bathmophobia
Bathmophobia is the fear of stairs or steep slopes.
Fear of stairs or steep slopes
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering stairs or steep slopes
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Gradual exposure to stairs or slopes
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving stairs or steep slopes
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of stairs or steep slopes has been present throughout history and can significantly impact daily life.
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