meteorophobia
Meteorophobia is the fear of meteors, which can lead to anxiety and distress when thinking about or encountering meteors.
Fear of meteors
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Watching meteor showers
Hearing news about meteor sightings or impacts
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to triggers
risk factors
- • Traumatic past experiences involving meteors
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Fear of meteors may stem from the perceived threat of celestial objects impacting Earth.
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