senouphobia

Senouphobia is the fear of birthday cake candles. Individuals with this phobia may experience extreme anxiety or panic attacks when confronted with birthday cake candles.

Fear of birthday cake candles Senoʃuphobia

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Sight of birthday cake candles Smell of blown-out candles Celebratory events involving candles

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to candles

risk factors

  • • Past traumatic experience
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Senouphobia may develop due to a negative past experience or trauma involving birthday candles.

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