chiraptophobia
Chiraptophobia is the fear of being touched.
Fear of being touched
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Physical contact from others
Crowded spaces
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Setting boundaries with others
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of being touched can be rooted in past traumatic experiences or a result of social anxiety.
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