apotemnophobia
Apotemnophobia is the fear of people with amputations.
Fear of people with amputations
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing individuals with amputations
Images or videos of amputees
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from mental health professionals
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Notable cases have been documented in the medical literature.
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