papoutsiphobia
Papoutsiphobia is the fear of shoes. It is considered a branch of vestiphobia, which is the fear of clothing.
Fear of shoes, branch of vestiphobia ( clothing)
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing shoes
Touching shoes
Wearing shoes
coping strategies
Relaxation techniques
Gradual exposure to shoes
Seeking professional help
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetics
- • High levels of stress or anxiety
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of shoes may stem from past negative experiences or learned behavior.
related phobias
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