amaxophobia-motorphobia
Amaxophobia, also known as motorphobia, is the fear of automobiles. Individuals with this phobia may experience intense anxiety or panic attacks when encountering or even thinking about riding in a car.
Fear of automobiles Amaxophobia, Motorphobia
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
riding in a car
seeing cars on the road
hearing car engines
coping strategies
deep breathing exercises
progressive muscle relaxation
positive self-talk
risk factors
- • traumatic experiences involving automobiles
- • genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Amaxophobia can be triggered by past traumatic car accidents or witnessing car-related incidents.
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