formidophobia
Formidophobia is the specific fear of scarecrows. It is characterized by an irrational and excessive fear or anxiety when encountering scarecrows.
Fear of scarecrows
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing scarecrows in fields or gardens
Encountering scarecrows in movies or literature
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to scarecrows
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving scarecrows
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Scarecrows have been used for centuries as a method to scare off birds and protect crops, but they can evoke fear in individuals with formidophobia.
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