tonitrophobia

Fear of thunder

Fear of thunder

Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10

common triggers

Sound of thunder during a storm

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking professional help for therapy

risk factors

  • • Previous traumatic experience involving thunder or lightning
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May have roots in ancestral survival instincts related to natural disasters

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