hyalophobia
Hyalophobia, also known as Hyelophobia or Hyalophobia, is the irrational fear of glass. Individuals with this phobia may experience intense anxiety or panic when in proximity to glass objects or situations involving glass.
Fear of glass Hyelophobia or Hyalophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering glass objects or structures
Seeing broken glass
Touching glass surfaces
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to glass
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of glass may stem from traumatic experiences involving glass breakage or accidents.
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