apostasiphobia
Apostasiphobia is the fear of distances, which can lead to anxiety and avoidance behaviors when confronted with situations involving physical or metaphorical separation.
Fear of distances
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Long journeys
Separation from loved ones
Use of metaphors involving distance
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared distances
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving separation
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of distances may have roots in evolutionary instincts related to survival and the unknown.
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