shoeboxphobia

Shoeboxphobia is the irrational fear of shoeboxes. Individuals with this phobia may experience intense anxiety or panic when encountering shoeboxes.

Fear of shoeboxes

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
2/10
Exposure Risk
5/10

common triggers

Seeing a shoebox Touching a shoebox Opening a shoebox

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experience involving shoeboxes
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Shoeboxphobia is not a widely documented phobia in historical contexts.

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