atychiphobia-kakorrhaphiophobia
Atychiphobia is the fear of failure, while Kakorrhaphiophobia is the fear of defeat. This phobia combination involves a deep-seated aversion to experiencing setbacks and being unsuccessful in various aspects of life.
Fear of defeat Atychiphobia ( failure) Kakorrhaphiophobia
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Facing challenges
Taking risks
Receiving criticism
coping strategies
Setting realistic goals
Building resilience
Seeking support from others
risk factors
- • Perfectionism
- • High self-expectations
- • Past failures or traumas
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
These phobias may stem from past traumatic experiences or negative reinforcement related to failure and defeat.
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