psychrophobia
An intense fear or aversion towards cold temperatures or cold environments.
Fear of cold
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Exposure to cold environments
Touching cold objects
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Traumatic cold-related experiences
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Psychrophobia is classified as a specific phobia.
Historical Context
Fear of cold has been documented throughout history due to the survival challenges posed by extreme cold environments.
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