poinephobia
Poinephobia is the fear of punishment.
Fear of punishment
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Guilt feelings
Negative reinforcement
coping strategies
Mindfulness techniques
Relaxation exercises
risk factors
- • History of abuse
- • Authoritarian upbringing
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from traumatic experiences involving punishment
related phobias
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