hereiophobia
Hereiophobia, also known as heresyphobia, is the fear of challenges to official doctrine or radical deviation from established beliefs or norms.
Fear of challenges to official doctrine or of radical deviation Heresyphobia or Hereiophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering dissenting opinions or beliefs
Discussion of controversial or conflicting ideas
Challenges to one's own beliefs or values
coping strategies
Engaging in open-minded discussions
Educating oneself about different perspectives
Practicing tolerance and acceptance of diverse beliefs
risk factors
- • Rigid or dogmatic belief systems
- • Previous experiences of rejection or criticism for holding differing beliefs
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of heresy or deviation from established beliefs has been present throughout history, often leading to persecution and conflict.
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