dermatosiophobia
Dermatosiophobia is the irrational and excessive fear of developing a skin disease.
Fear of skin disease
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Obsessive skin checking
Exposure to skin disease-related media or information
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Relaxation exercises
Seeking professional help
risk factors
- • Personal or family history of skin diseases
- • Traumatic skin disease experience
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of skin diseases has been present throughout history due to the visible nature of skin conditions.
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