erythrophobia
Erythrophobia, also known as blush-phobia, is an intense fear of blushing or the act of blushing itself.
Fear of blushing
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Social interactions
Embarrassing situations
Public speaking
coping strategies
Relaxation techniques
Positive self-talk
Mindfulness practices
risk factors
- • Genetic predisposition
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Social anxiety disorder
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
Erythrophobia has been recognized as a social anxiety disorder related to the fear of embarrassment.
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