donkeykongphobia
Donkeykongphobia is an irrational fear or phobia specifically related to the video game character Donkey Kong.
Fear of Donkey Kong
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing images or videos of Donkey Kong
Playing Donkey Kong video games
Encountering Donkey Kong merchandise
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to the feared stimulus
Seeking support from mental health professionals
risk factors
- • Previous negative experiences with the character
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Emerging with the rise of video gaming, especially in the 1980s with the popularity of Donkey Kong arcade games.
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