dementophobia
Dementophobia is the fear of losing one's mind or going insane.
Fear of insanity
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Experiencing memory loss
Seeing signs of mental illness in oneself or others
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Relaxation exercises
Seeking professional help
risk factors
- • Personal or family history of mental illness
- • Traumatic experiences
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
Rooted in the fear of losing control over one's mental faculties
related phobias
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