ludectrophobia
Ludectrophobia is the fear of video games, which falls under the category of ludophobia, the fear of play.
Fear of video games, branch of ludophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Playing video games
Watching others play video games
coping strategies
Gradual exposure to video games
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from mental health professionals
risk factors
- • Past negative experiences with video games
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
With the rise of video game popularity, ludectrophobia has become more recognized.
related phobias
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