pentaphobia

Pentaphobia is the fear of the number 5.

Fear of 5

Severity
Mild
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
2/10

common triggers

Seeing the number 5 Dealing with situations involving the number 5

coping strategies

Relaxation techniques
Mindfulness practices
Gradual exposure to the fear trigger

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences related to the number 5
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Different cultures have varying beliefs and superstitions associated with numbers, leading to the development of numerical phobias.

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