ecclesiophobia
Ecclesiophobia is the fear or aversion towards churches or religious gatherings.
Fear of church
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Entering a church
Religious ceremonies
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to churches
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Negative religious upbringing
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences in religious settings or upbringing
related phobias
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