scatophobia

Scatophobia is the fear of fecal matter.

Fear of fecal matter

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

common triggers

Seeing or smelling fecal matter

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared stimuli

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of fecal matter can be linked to disgust responses and concerns about contamination.

related phobias

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