ipovlopsychophobia
IPOVLOPSYCHOPHOBIA is the fear of having one's photograph taken.
Fear of having one’s photograph taken
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Camera flashes
Photography sessions
Photo booths
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure
risk factors
- • Past traumatic experiences
- • High self-awareness
- • Social anxiety
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Emerging with the rise of photography in the 19th century
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