lockerphobia

Lockerphobia is the fear of lockers, which can manifest as anxiety or dread related to enclosed storage spaces typically found in schools, gyms, or workplaces.

Fear of lockers

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Entering spaces with lockers, seeing lockers in use, thinking about using lockers

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive visualization techniques

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences involving lockers
  • • Predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Lockerphobia may have roots in past negative experiences or feelings of claustrophobia associated with confined spaces.

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