dachoingphobia
Dachoingphobia is an irrational fear of power tools, which can cause extreme anxiety and avoidance behavior in individuals when exposed to such tools.
Fear of power tools
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing power tools
Hearing power tool noises
Using power tools
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of machinery and tools can be rooted in traumatic experiences or negative associations with accidents involving power tools.
related phobias
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