incestophobia
Incestophobia is the fear of incest, which involves sexual relations or marriage between closely related individuals.
Fear of incest
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Family gatherings
Media portrayals of incestuous relationships
coping strategies
Seeking therapy
Setting boundaries with family members
Education on healthy relationships
risk factors
- • History of trauma or abuse
- • Family history of incest
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Incest taboos have been present in various societies throughout history.
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