ommatophobia

Ommatophobia, also known as ommetaphobia, is a specific phobia characterized by an irrational and intense fear of eyes.

Fear of eyes Ommetaphobia or Ommatophobia

Severity

Severe

Prevalence

Rare

Awareness

6/10

Exposure Risk

8/10

common triggers

Seeing eyes up close Touching or being touched near the eyes Watching eye-related scenes in media

Deep breathing exercises

Progressive muscle relaxation

Mindfulness techniques

Ommatophobia falls under the category of specific phobias, which are characterized by an intense fear of a specific object or situation.

The fear of eyes may have various cultural and psychological roots, which can be explored through therapy.

If you're struggling with ommatophobia, professional help is available. Don't hesitate to reach out.