cleithrophobia
Cleithrophobia is the fear of being trapped or locked in an enclosed place.
Fear of being locked in an enclosed place
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Small rooms
Elevators
Crowded spaces
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared situations
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetics
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of confinement has been documented throughout history in various contexts.
related phobias
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