doorbellphobia
Doorbellphobia is an irrational fear of doorbells, often resulting in anxiety or panic when hearing the sound of a doorbell ringing.
Fear of doorbells
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Hearing a doorbell ring
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to doorbell sounds
risk factors
- • Past negative experiences involving doorbells
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of specific sounds, like doorbells, has been documented throughout history as part of various phobia manifestations.
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