piatophobia
Piatophobia is the fear of dishes or washing dishes. It is a specific phobia that can cause significant distress and avoidance behaviors.
Fear of dishes
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing or touching dishes, sounds of dishes clinking, dirty dishes
coping strategies
Gradual exposure to dishes
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving dishes
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Piatophobia may develop from negative experiences or learned behaviors associated with dishes.
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