gumballphobia

Fear of gumballs, which are small, round candies usually dispensed from a machine.

Fear of gumballs

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Seeing gumballs Touching gumballs Hearing gumballs being dispensed

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to gumballs

risk factors

  • • Previous negative experience with gumballs
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific Phobia

Historical Context

Limited information available on this specific phobia

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