lepidopterophobia
Lepidopterophobia is the fear of butterflies.
Fear of butterflies
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering butterflies in real life or in pictures/videos
coping strategies
Deep breathing techniques
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness meditation
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience with butterflies
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Evolved as a survival mechanism due to potential harm from poisonous insects that resemble butterflies
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