xmzophobia
Xenozophobia is the fear of foreign objects or strangers. In this case, Xmzophobia specifically involves a fear or anxiety related to heart monitors.
Fear of heart monitors X!mzophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing or hearing heart monitors
Being in a medical setting
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to heart monitors
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Phobias related to medical instruments have been documented throughout history, often stemming from fear of the unknown or past negative experiences.
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