psalidiphobia
Psalidiphobia is the fear of scissors.
Fear of scissors
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Sight of scissors
Hearing the sound of scissors cutting
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to scissors in a controlled environment
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving scissors
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of sharp objects like scissors may stem from traumatic experiences or a perceived threat associated with them.
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