phobophobophobia

Phobophobophobia is the fear of developing phobophobia, which is the fear of phobias or fear itself.

Fear of developing phobophobia

Severity

Moderate

Prevalence

Rare

Awareness

5/10

Exposure Risk

7/10

Specific phobia Meta-phobia

common triggers

Experiencing or hearing about phobias Anxiety about developing phobias

Mindfulness and relaxation techniques

Gradual exposure to feared situations

Seeking support from therapists or support groups

Anxiety disorder

The term 'phobophobia' was coined in the 1990s to describe the fear of developing phobias.

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