tribophobia

Tribophobia is the fear of holes, specifically clustered irregular patterns of holes or bumps.

Fear of tribes

Severity

Moderate

Prevalence

Rare

Awareness

6/10

Exposure Risk

7/10

common triggers

Seeing clustered holes or bumps Touching objects with clustered holes

Mindfulness techniques

Gradual exposure to trigger stimuli

Seeking support from therapist or support groups

Specific phobia

Tribophobia gained attention with the rise of internet memes and images triggering the fear response.

If you're struggling with tribophobia, professional help is available. Don't hesitate to reach out.