asteriaphobia
Asteriaphobia is the fear of starfish, which falls under the category of animal phobias.
Fear of starfish (Brnach of zoophobia)
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering starfish in real life or in images/videos
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous negative experience with starfish
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Lack of concrete historical context available specifically for asteriaphobia.
related phobias
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