chemophobia
Chemophobia is the fear of chemicals or working with chemicals.
Fear of chemicals or working with chemicals
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Exposure to chemicals
News about chemical accidents
coping strategies
Education about chemicals
Gradual exposure to safe chemicals
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous negative experience with chemicals
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Emerging with increasing awareness of chemicals in modern society
related phobias
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