myoclunusdiagphragmaphobia-singultophobia
Myoclunusdiagphragmaphobia, Singultophobia is the fear of hiccups. Individuals with this phobia may experience extreme anxiety and distress when they have hiccups or even at the mere thought of having them.
Fear of hiccups Myoclunusdiagphragmaphobia, Singultophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Sudden onset of hiccups
Hearing someone else hiccup
Anxiety or stress
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from a therapist
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences with hiccups
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited historical context available due to the specificity of the phobia.
related phobias
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