cheimaphobia
Cheimaphobia is the irrational fear of cold temperatures.
Fear of cold
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Being in cold weather or environments
Touching cold objects
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive visualization techniques
risk factors
- • Past traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences or trauma related to cold exposure
related phobias
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