bowerphobia
Bowerphobia is the fear of bowers, which are ornate structures built by animals, particularly birds and some species of bowerbirds, for courtship and mating purposes.
Fear of bowers
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering bowers in nature or in pictures/videos
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to bowers
risk factors
- • Previous negative experiences involving bowers
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Bowerphobia is a relatively uncommon phobia and has not been extensively documented in historical contexts.
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