trypanophobia

Trypanophobia is the fear of injections.

Fear of injections

Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
8/10

common triggers

Needles, syringes, medical procedures

coping strategies

Deep breathing
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive self-talk

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May stem from negative past experiences with injections or medical procedures

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