sedetaphobia
Sedetaphobia is the fear of silence, characterized by an intense anxiety or discomfort in quiet or silent environments.
Fear of silence
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Quiet rooms
Pause in conversation
Absence of background noise
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Listening to music or white noise
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
The fear of silence may stem from past experiences or traumas associated with quiet situations.
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