chionofysophobia
Chionofysophobia is the irrational fear of snow blowers, which can lead to intense anxiety or avoidance behavior when encountering or even thinking about snow blowers.
Fear of snow blowers
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Hearing the sound of a snow blower
Seeing a snow blower in operation
Thinking about snow blowers
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Traumatic event related to snow blowers
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Chionofysophobia may develop due to a past negative experience with snow blowers or witnessing accidents involving snow blowers.
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