flatuphobia
Flatuphobia is the fear of farting, which can cause distress and anxiety in social situations.
Fear of farting
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Social gatherings
Public speaking
Intimacy
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to feared situations
risk factors
- • Past negative experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
Limited historical context available due to societal taboos around discussing flatulence openly.
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