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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