pemptophobia

Pemptophobia is the fear of the number five, which can manifest as an irrational dread or aversion towards anything related to the number five.

Fear of fifths

Severity

Moderate

Prevalence

Rare

Awareness

3/10

Exposure Risk

5/10

Numerical phobias

common triggers

Encountering the number 5, dates with the number 5, counting to 5, five-fold symmetry patterns

Mindfulness techniques

Gradual exposure to the number five

Seeking support from a therapist or support group

Specific phobia

The fear of numbers has been present throughout history in various cultures and societies.

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