astakophobia
Astakophobia is the fear of lobsters. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety, panic, or dread when encountering or thinking about lobsters.
Fear of lobsters
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Seeing lobsters in person or in images/videos
Being near lobsters in a restaurant or seafood market
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive self-talk
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience involving lobsters
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Phobias related to animals have been documented throughout history, often stemming from cultural beliefs or personal traumatic experiences.
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