keraunophobia
Keraunophobia, also known as Astraphobia or Astrapophobia, is a specific phobia characterized by an intense fear of thunder and lightning.
Fear of thunder and lightning(Astraphobia, Astrapophobia) Keraunophobia or Ceraunophobia
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Thunderstorms
Lightning strikes
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to thunderstorm sounds or images
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience with thunderstorms or lightning
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Fear of thunder and lightning has existed throughout history, often associated with divine wrath or natural disaster.
related phobias
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