questiophobia
Questiophobia is the fear of being asked questions.
Fear of being asked questions questiophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Being put on the spot in social situations
Fear of judgment or criticism
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to question-based situations
risk factors
- • Social anxiety
- • Low self-esteem
- • Perfectionism
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of being questioned or interrogated may stem from past negative experiences or a lack of confidence in one's ability to respond adequately.
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