enochlisiphobia

Enochlisiphobia is the fear or phobia of crowds or being in crowded places.

Fear of annoyance

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

common triggers

Crowded events Public transportation Shopping malls

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from loved ones

risk factors

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

Scientific Classification

Anxiety disorder

Historical Context

Enochlisiphobia can be traced back to early human history when crowded spaces could pose a threat to survival.

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