ammophobia
Fear or aversion to walking on sand
Fear of walking on sand
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Feeling the texture of sand underfoot
Fear of getting stuck in sand
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to walking on sand
Positive self-talk
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences related to sand
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific Phobia
Historical Context
May stem from past negative experiences on sand or a general fear of unstable surfaces
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