iatrophobia
Iatrophobia is the fear of going to the doctor or of doctors. It is characterized by extreme anxiety and avoidance behavior when faced with medical appointments or healthcare professionals.
Fear of going to the doctor or of doctors
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Medical appointments
Needle phobia
Medical procedures
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to medical settings
risk factors
- • Traumatic medical experiences
- • Generalized anxiety disorder
- • Family history of iatrophobia
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May be linked to negative past medical experiences, trauma, or fear of loss of control during medical procedures.
related phobias
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