defterophobia
Defterophobia is the fear of things that are second, such as being second in line or second-best in a competition.
Fear of things that are second
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Being in second place
Comparison to others
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to second-place scenarios
risk factors
- • Perfectionist tendencies
- • Low self-esteem
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from feelings of inadequacy or fear of failure
related phobias
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