ouranophobia
Ouranophobia, also known as Uranophobia, is the fear of heaven or the sky. Individuals with this phobia may experience intense anxiety or discomfort when confronted with imagery or thoughts related to the sky or concepts of heaven.
Fear of heaven Ouranophobia or Uranophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Viewing the sky
Religious imagery depicting heaven
Talk of afterlife or celestial realms
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to triggers
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences related to the sky or heaven
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Historically, fear of the sky or heaven may have been associated with religious beliefs or cultural interpretations of celestial phenomena.
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