botanophobia
Botanophobia is the fear of plants, which can manifest as an irrational and intense fear or aversion towards various types of plants.
Fear of plants
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering plants in nature or indoors
Touching or being in close proximity to plants
Seeing images or videos of plants
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness and meditation techniques
Gradual exposure to plants in a controlled setting
risk factors
- • Past traumatic experiences involving plants
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Humans have long relied on plants for food, medicine, and aesthetics, but some individuals may develop an irrational fear of plants due to negative experiences or learned behavior.
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