pallamagliophobia
Pallamagliophobia is the fear of shopping malls, which can cause significant distress and anxiety in individuals when they are in or even just thinking about being in a shopping mall.
Fear of shopping mall
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Crowded spaces
Overstimulation from noise and lights
Feeling trapped or overwhelmed by choices
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to shopping mall environments
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Pallamagliophobia may stem from past negative experiences in shopping malls or a fear of losing control in crowded places.
related phobias
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