goneaphobia

Goneaphobia is the fear of being abandoned or left behind by one's parents.

Fear of your parents

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Separation from parents Parents' absence Fear of rejection by parents

coping strategies

Mindfulness techniques
Positive self-talk
Building trust in relationships

risk factors

  • • History of childhood trauma
  • • Insecure attachment style
  • • Past experiences of abandonment

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of abandonment has deep roots in attachment theory and childhood experiences.

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