equinophobia
Equinophobia is the irrational fear of horses.
Fear of horses
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Encountering horses in person
Seeing horses on TV or in movies
Horse-related activities
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to horses
Seeking professional help
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience involving horses
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences with horses or cultural influences
related phobias
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