olfactophobia
Olfactophobia is the fear of smells or odors.
Fear of smells
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
strong or unpleasant odors, chemical smells, perfumes, cooking smells
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared smells
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience related to smell
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited historical context available
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