eleutherophobia
Fear of freedom or the idea of freedom
Fear of freedom
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Being in situations where one feels overwhelmed by choices or responsibilities
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared situations
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Anxiety disorders
- • Personality traits like perfectionism
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May be related to past experiences that involved loss of control or negative consequences of freedom
related phobias
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