galeophobia

Galeophobia is the fear of cats.

Fear of cats

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Encountering a cat, seeing pictures or videos of cats, hearing cat sounds

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to cats

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences involving cats
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May stem from negative experiences with cats or cultural beliefs/myths

related phobias

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