chiclephobia
Chiclephobia is an irrational and intense fear of chewing gum.
Fear of chewing gum
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing or hearing someone chew gum
Smelling gum
Being offered gum
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to gum-related stimuli
risk factors
- • Past negative experiences related to chewing gum
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited historical context available
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