erythophobia-ereuthophobia
Erythophobia, also known as Ereuthophobia, is the fear of the color red or of blushing. Individuals with this phobia may experience intense anxiety or panic when encountering the color red or situations that may lead to blushing.
Fear of redlights Erythophobia, Ereuthophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing the color red
Blushing
Red lights or objects
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to the color red
risk factors
- • Genetic predisposition
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of the color red may stem from cultural associations with danger, blood, or heightened emotions related to the color.
related phobias
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