toualetaphobia

Toualetaphobia is the fear of toilets, which falls under the category of situational phobias specifically related to home surroundings (branch of oikophobia). Individuals with this phobia experience extreme anxiety or distress when encountering or even thinking about toilets.

Fear of toilets, branch of oikophobia ( home surroundings)

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Using public restrooms Seeing or hearing toilets flush Cleaning or being near toilets

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive self-talk

risk factors

  • • Traumatic toilet-related experiences
  • • General anxiety disorders
  • • Family history of phobias

Scientific Classification

Specific Phobia

Historical Context

Limited historical information available specifically about toualetaphobia.

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