violiphobia

Violiphobia is the fear of violins, which falls under the category of specific phobias related to musical instruments.

Fear of violins, branch of gakkiphobia ( musical instruments)

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

common triggers

Hearing the sound of violins Seeing violins or images of violins

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques

risk factors

  • • Genetic predisposition
  • • Traumatic experiences related to violins

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of specific musical instruments has been noted throughout history, with individuals experiencing anxiety or panic attacks in the presence of violins.

related phobias

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