gufuphobia
Gufuphobia is the fear of one's uncle who is their father's brother-in-law.
Fear of your uncle that is your father's brother-in-law
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
2/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Family gatherings involving the uncle
Family events where the uncle is present
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to the fear
risk factors
- • Traumatic past experiences involving the uncle
- • History of family conflicts
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited information on the specific phobia, as it is a less common fear
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