mercerophobia
Mercerophobia is the fear of grocery stores.
Fear of grocery stores
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Supermarkets, crowded aisles, shopping carts
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to grocery stores
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of grocery stores may stem from past negative experiences or anxiety related to social interactions in public places.
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