limniphobia
Limniphobia is the fear of lakes, which can cause distress and anxiety in individuals when encountering or thinking about lakes.
Fear of lakes
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Being near a lake
Seeing images or videos of lakes
Hearing about lakes
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving lakes
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of bodies of water like lakes may stem from past negative experiences or cultural influences.
related phobias
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