officinaphobia
Officinaphobia is the fear of shopping, which can manifest as anxiety or dread related to the act of shopping or being in a shopping environment.
Fear of shopping
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Crowded stores
Decision-making
Financial concerns
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to shopping environments
Seeking support from therapist or support groups
risk factors
- • Traumatic shopping experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May be influenced by past negative shopping experiences or underlying anxiety disorders.
related phobias
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