decidophobia

Decidophobia is the fear of making decisions, which can cause anxiety and distress in situations that require choices to be made.

Fear of making decisions

Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
8/10

common triggers

fear of making wrong decisions fear of consequences of decisions

coping strategies

Breaking decisions into smaller steps
Seeking support from others
Practicing mindfulness

risk factors

  • • Perfectionism
  • • Low self-esteem
  • • Previous negative experiences with decision-making

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

First described in the 1970s, decidophobia is often associated with perfectionism and a lack of confidence in decision-making abilities.

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