metrophobia

Metrophobia is the fear or dislike of poetry.

Fear of hatred of poetry

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
5/10

common triggers

Being exposed to poetry readings Encountering poetry in educational settings

coping strategies

Gradual exposure to poetry in a controlled setting
Seeking support from mental health professionals

risk factors

  • • Past traumatic experience involving poetry
  • • Personality factors

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May stem from negative experiences or associations with poetry in the past

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