loukoumaphobia
Loukoumaphobia is the fear of Turkish delight, a sweet confection made of starch and sugar, often containing nuts or fruit. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety or fear when exposed to or even thinking about Turkish delight.
Fear of donuts
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Presence of Turkish delight
Sight or smell of Turkish delight
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to Turkish delight
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving Turkish delight
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of certain foods or textures has been documented throughout history, with phobias like loukoumaphobia likely stemming from negative past experiences or cultural influences.
related phobias
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