macilentophobia

Macilentophobia is the fear of skinny people.

Fear of skinny people

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
2/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Encountering skinny individuals Media portrayal of thinness

coping strategies

Mindfulness techniques
Relaxation exercises
Gradual exposure

risk factors

  • • Negative body image
  • • Societal pressure on body image

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Not widely documented historically

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