feretrophobia
Feretrophobia is the fear of caskets or coffins.
Fear of : The caskets or coffins
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing a casket or coffin
Attending a funeral
Watching movies involving caskets
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared stimuli
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences related to death
- • Family history of anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Rooted in cultural beliefs and taboos surrounding death and burial practices.
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