defenestraphobia
Defenestraphobia is the fear of windows, particularly the fear of falling out of them or being pushed out.
Fear of windows
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Seeing windows at a height
Being close to open windows
Watching others near windows
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to windows
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving windows
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Defenestraphobia
Historical Context
The term 'defenestration' historically refers to the act of throwing someone out of a window, leading to the creation of this phobia.
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