mercutiophobia

Mercutiophobia is the fear of the character Mercutio from William Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet.

Fear of mercutio

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
2/10
Exposure Risk
5/10

common triggers

Mention or portrayal of Mercutio in literature or performances

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to the fear stimulus

risk factors

  • • Previous traumatic experiences related to Mercutio

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Derived from the tragic events surrounding Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet

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