psellismophobia
Psellismophobia is the fear of stuttering, which can lead to anxiety and avoidance of speaking situations.
Fear of stuttering
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Public speaking
Speaking in front of a group
Telephone conversations
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Gradual exposure to speaking situations
risk factors
- • Genetic predisposition
- • Traumatic events
- • Low self-esteem
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from childhood experiences or negative reactions to stuttering
related phobias
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