mastigophobia
Mastigophobia is the fear of punishment.
Fear of punishment
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Fear of being reprimanded or disciplined
coping strategies
Mindfulness
Positive self-talk
Seeking support from a therapist
risk factors
- • History of punishment-based trauma
- • Authoritarian upbringing
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from past traumatic experiences involving punishment or criticism
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