puraskisiphobia

Puraskisiphobia is the fear of fire drills, often triggered by the loud alarms, unexpected nature of drills, and anticipation of the procedures involved.

Fear of fire drills

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Loud alarms Unexpected drills Procedure anticipation

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Seeking support from others

risk factors

  • • Traumatic event involving fire
  • • Anxiety disorders
  • • Sensitivity to loud noises

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May develop in childhood due to negative experiences or lack of understanding about the purpose of fire drills.

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