deinophobia
Deinophobia is the fear of dinosaurs. It is characterized by an intense and irrational dread of dinosaurs, which can lead to anxiety and avoidance behaviors.
Fear of dinosaurs
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Seeing images or replicas of dinosaurs
Watching movies or documentaries featuring dinosaurs
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to dinosaurs in a controlled environment
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving dinosaurs
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Deinophobia may stem from the fascination and sometimes exaggerated portrayal of dinosaurs in popular media, leading to fear in susceptible individuals.
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