leophobia-liontariphobia

Leophobia (also known as Liontariphobia) is the irrational fear of lions. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety, panic, and avoidance behaviors when encountering or even thinking about lions.

Fear of lions Leophobia, Liontariphobia

Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10

common triggers

Seeing lions in real life or in media, hearing lion roars, visiting zoos or wildlife parks

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques

risk factors

  • • Previous traumatic experience with lions
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Zoophobia

Historical Context

Human fear of large predators like lions has been present throughout history due to their status as powerful and potentially dangerous animals.

related phobias

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