pilotophobia
Pilotophobia is the fear or aversion towards aircraft pilots.
Fear of aircraft pilots
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing aircraft pilots
Being in close proximity to aircraft pilots
Hearing about aircraft pilots
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to pilots
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving aircraft pilots
- • Generalized anxiety disorder
- • Family history of phobias
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Pilotophobia may stem from a lack of trust in the pilot's abilities or a fear of flying.
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