domatophobia

Domatophobia is the fear of houses or being in a house.

Fear of houses or being in a house

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Entering a house Being inside a house Seeing houses

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques

risk factors

  • • Past traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition
  • • Anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May stem from past traumatic experiences in houses or related to feelings of confinement or vulnerability indoors.

related phobias

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