epistegophobia
Epistegophobia is the fear of the word 'poop'. Individuals with this phobia may experience anxiety, distress, or avoidance when encountering the word in any context.
Fear of the word 'poop'
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Hearing or reading the word 'poop'
Seeing the word 'poop' written or spoken
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to the word 'poop'
risk factors
- • Past traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Epistegophobia may stem from negative associations, past experiences, or learned behavior related to the word 'poop'.
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