selachophobia
Selachophobia is the fear of sharks.
Fear of sharks
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Encountering sharks in real life or in media
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive visualization techniques
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving sharks
- • Family history of anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Often linked to negative portrayals of sharks in popular culture
related phobias
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