philophobia
Fear of falling in love or being in relationships.
Fear of falling in love or relationships
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Fear of rejection
Past heartbreaks
Fear of vulnerability
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to relationship situations
Seeking support from loved ones
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Attachment issues
- • Low self-esteem
Scientific Classification
Specific Phobia
Historical Context
First formally identified in the early 20th century
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