hedonophobia
Hedonophobia is the fear of feeling pleasure or experiencing happiness.
Fear of feeling pleasure
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Fear of losing control
Past traumatic experiences associated with pleasure
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to pleasurable stimuli
Seeking professional help for therapy
risk factors
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
- • Past trauma related to pleasure
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May be linked to past negative experiences or upbringing that associate pleasure with negative outcomes.
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