stylophobia
Stylophobia is the fear of pens.
Fear of pens
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing pens
Holding pens
Writing with pens
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to pens
risk factors
- • Past traumatic experience involving pens
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Stylophobia may stem from negative experiences with pens or writing tools during childhood.
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