tennisphobia
Tennisphobia is the irrational fear or anxiety specifically triggered by tennis-related activities or environments.
Fear of tennis
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Watching tennis matches
Playing tennis
Being in a tennis court
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to tennis settings
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
- • High-stress levels
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Individuals may develop tennisphobia due to negative past experiences related to tennis or witnessing tennis-related accidents.
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