phronemophobia
Phronemophobia is the fear of thinking or thoughts, which can manifest as an irrational fear of one's own thoughts or the thought processes of others.
Fear of thinking
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Overthinking
Fear of negative thoughts
Anxiety about the future
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Positive distraction methods
Seeking professional help
risk factors
- • History of anxiety disorders
- • Traumatic events related to thoughts
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Phronemophobia may stem from traumatic experiences involving thoughts or cognitive processes.
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