cnidophobia
Cnidophobia is the fear of stings, often related to insects or marine creatures.
Fear of stings
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering insects or marine creatures that sting
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to triggers
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience with stings
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Evolved as a survival mechanism to avoid potentially harmful stings in nature.
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