kapelaphobia
Kapelaphobia is the fear of hats, which is a branch of Vestiphobia, the fear of clothing. Individuals with kapelaphobia may experience intense anxiety or panic when exposed to hats.
Fear of hats, branch of vestiphobia ( clothing)
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing hats
Wearing hats
Being in proximity to hats
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving hats
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of specific objects or items like hats has been documented throughout history and can be linked to personal experiences or cultural influences.
related phobias
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