frenophobia
Frenophobia is the fear of brakes, causing individuals to experience anxiety or panic in situations involving brakes.
Fear of brakes
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
seeing or using brakes
being in a vehicle that requires braking
coping strategies
deep breathing exercises
progressive muscle relaxation
positive self-talk
risk factors
- • past traumatic event involving brakes
- • anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from traumatic experiences involving brakes or accidents.
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