gatophobia
Gatophobia, also known as Galeophobia, is the fear of cats. It is a specific phobia characterized by an irrational and excessive fear of cats, which can lead to significant distress and impairment in daily life.
Fear of cats Galeophobia or Gatophobia
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Encountering a cat in person
Seeing images or videos of cats
Hearing cat sounds
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to cats
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience with a cat
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Throughout history, cats have been associated with superstitions and myths, which may have contributed to the development of gatophobia.
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