subtractionphobia
Subtractionphobia is an irrational fear or anxiety related to the act of performing subtraction.
Fear of doing subtraction
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
5/10
common triggers
Math classes
Working on financial calculations
Completing forms requiring subtraction
coping strategies
Gradual exposure to subtraction tasks
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from a therapist
risk factors
- • Negative reinforcement related to math
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences or struggles with math in the past.
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