catagelophobia
Catagelophobia is the fear of being ridiculed or embarrassed in social situations.
Fear of being ridiculed
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Public speaking
Social gatherings
Criticism from others
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to feared situations
risk factors
- • Low self-esteem
- • Past experiences of humiliation
- • Social anxiety
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
The fear of ridicule has been present throughout history in various forms.
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