mercutiophobia
Mercutiophobia is the fear of the character Mercutio from William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet.
Fear of mercutio
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
2/10
Exposure Risk
5/10
common triggers
Mention or portrayal of Mercutio in literature or performances
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to the fear stimulus
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences related to Mercutio
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Derived from the tragic events surrounding Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet
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