hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia-2
Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia is the fear of long or complicated words.
Fear of long or complicated words Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
5/10
common triggers
Encountering long or complex words in written or spoken form
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to feared words
risk factors
- • Genetic predisposition
- • Traumatic experiences
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The term 'hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia' itself is a playful creation rather than a formally recognized phobia.
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