mageirocophobia
Mageirocophobia is the fear of cooking, which can cause significant distress for individuals when faced with tasks related to food preparation.
Fear of cooking
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Handling kitchen utensils
Using kitchen appliances
Being in a kitchen environment
coping strategies
Gradual exposure to cooking activities
Seeking support from loved ones
Professional therapy sessions
risk factors
- • Previous kitchen accidents
- • Perfectionist tendencies
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of cooking may stem from negative experiences in the kitchen or a lack of confidence in culinary skills.
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