planitiphobia

Planitiphobia is an irrational fear of planets, including the fear of celestial bodies such as Earth, Mars, Jupiter, etc.

Fear of Planets

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Stargazing Astronomy classes Sci-fi movies

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to space-related stimuli

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experience related to space
  • • Family history of anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of planets may stem from feelings of insignificance or the unknown associated with outer space.

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