vitricophobia
Vitricophobia is the fear or aversion specifically towards stepfathers or step parents.
Fear of step father or step parents
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Interactions with stepfather or step parents
Family gatherings involving step relatives
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Family conflicts
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences or perceptions related to stepfather or step parents during childhood
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