vanillaphobia
A fear or aversion towards the scent, taste, or presence of vanilla.
Fear of vanilla
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
5/10
common triggers
Encountering vanilla-scented products
Consuming foods with vanilla flavoring
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience related to vanilla
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Vanilla phobia may stem from a negative past experience or association with vanilla.
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