paraskavedekatriaphobia
Paraskavedekatriaphobia is the fear of Friday the 13th, specifically the superstition surrounding this date.
Fear of Friday the 13th
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
8/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing the date Friday the 13th on the calendar
Encountering superstitions related to this date
coping strategies
Education about superstitions and the origins of the fear
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to the feared date or situations
risk factors
- • Personal or family history of anxiety disorders
- • Negative experiences or traumas related to Fridays or the number 13
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Rooted in superstitions and cultural beliefs surrounding the number 13 and Friday as an unlucky day.
related phobias
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