paliophobia
Paliophobia is the fear of old or ancient things.
Fear of old things
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Encountering old objects or artifacts
Visiting historical sites or museums
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to old objects
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Paliophobia may stem from past negative experiences or cultural beliefs about old objects.
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