cranophobia

Cranophobia is the fear of helmets, which can manifest as anxiety or discomfort when exposed to or thinking about helmets.

Fear of helmets

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Seeing helmets Wearing helmets Thinking about helmets

coping strategies

Slowly exposing oneself to helmets
Deep breathing exercises
Seeking support from a therapist or support group

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

May stem from a past negative experience involving helmets or from a generalized fear of head injuries.

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