stygiophobia
Stygiophobia is the fear of hell or the underworld. It is a specific phobia that involves an intense and irrational fear of eternal damnation or punishment in the afterlife.
Fear of hell Stygiophobia or Stigiophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Religious teachings or imagery related to hell
Thoughts of death and the afterlife
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to feared stimuli
Seeking support from a therapist or religious leader
risk factors
- • Strong religious upbringing
- • Traumatic experiences related to religion or death
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Rooted in religious beliefs and cultural narratives about the afterlife and punishment
related phobias
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