alektorophobia

Alektorophobia is the fear of chickens.

Fear of chickens

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Encountering chickens in real life Seeing images or videos of chickens

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Gradual exposure to chickens

risk factors

  • • Previous traumatic experience involving chickens
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

This phobia may stem from negative experiences with chickens or a learned response.

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