defacaloesiophobia
Defacaloesiophobia is the fear of painful bowel movements.
Fear of painful bowels movements
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Experiencing painful bowel movements
Previous traumatic experiences related to bowel movements
coping strategies
Relaxation techniques
Mindfulness meditation
Gradual exposure to feared stimuli
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences
- • Sensitivity to physical discomfort
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited historical context available as specific phobia classification
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