anoraknophobia
Anoraknophobia is a specific phobia that combines the fear of spiders (arachnophobia) with the fear of anoraks, which are waterproof jackets commonly worn in outdoor activities.
Fear of A portmanteau of "anorak" and "arachnophobia" Used in the Wallace and Gromit comic book Also the title of an album by Marillion
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing anoraks
Encountering spiders
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to triggers
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Originated from a portmanteau term used in a comic book and an album title
related phobias
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