insectophobia
Insectophobia is the fear of insects.
Fear of insects
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
8/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering insects in person
Seeing images or videos of insects
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to insects
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience with insects
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Insectophobia may have evolutionary roots as insects were a common threat to early humans.
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