entamaphobia

Entamaphobia is the fear of doors. Individuals with this phobia experience extreme anxiety or panic when encountering or thinking about doors.

Fear of doors

Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10

common triggers

encountering doors thinking about doors closing or opening doors

coping strategies

deep breathing exercises
progressive muscle relaxation
visualization techniques

risk factors

  • • past traumatic experiences involving doors
  • • genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of doors may stem from past traumatic experiences or a sense of confinement associated with closed spaces.

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