portokaliphobia

Portokaliphobia is the fear of oranges. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety or fear when exposed to oranges or situations involving oranges.

Fear of oranges

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Sight of oranges Smell of oranges Touching oranges

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques

risk factors

  • • Previous traumatic experience with oranges
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of oranges may stem from a negative experience involving oranges or a learned response from childhood.

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