naturophobia

Naturophobia is the fear of natural phenomena, such as earthquakes, thunderstorms, or natural disasters.

Fear of natural phenomena

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Earthquakes Thunderstorms Tornadoes Hurricanes

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared stimuli

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences related to natural disasters
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Fear of natural phenomena has been present throughout human history due to the unpredictable and potentially dangerous nature of such events.

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