uranophobia

Uranophobia, also known as Ouranophobia, is the fear of heaven or the sky. Individuals with this phobia may experience intense anxiety or panic when faced with thoughts or situations related to the sky or concepts of heaven.

Fear of heaven Uranophobia or Ouranophobia

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

common triggers

Viewing the sky Hearing about heaven or afterlife concepts

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to triggers

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Historically, fear of the sky or heaven may have been linked to religious beliefs or cultural interpretations of the celestial realm.

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