aibohphobia

Aibohphobia is the fear of palindromes, which are words or phrases that read the same forwards and backwards.

Fear of palindromes

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Encountering palindromic words or phrases

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to palindromes

risk factors

  • • Previous negative experiences with palindromes
  • • Underlying anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Aibohphobia is a playful term created as a joke due to the irony of having a phobia of palindromes.

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