bandzophobia
Bandzophobia is the fear of blow torches, which can cause intense anxiety and distress in individuals with this phobia.
Fear of blow torches
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing blow torches
Hearing the sound of a blow torch
Smelling the fumes of a blow torch
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Bandzophobia may stem from a traumatic experience involving blow torches, or it could be a learned response from others.
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