cypriphobia
Cypriphobia is the irrational fear of prostitutes or venereal disease.
Fear of prostitutes or venereal disease
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering prostitutes
Fear of contracting a sexually transmitted infection
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • Past traumatic experiences
- • Stigmatization of sex-related topics
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences or societal stigmas related to sex work or sexually transmitted diseases.
related phobias
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