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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