pumppuphobia
Pumppuphobia is the fear of sump pumps, which are devices used to remove water that has accumulated in a water-collecting sump basin, commonly found in basements. It is a specific phobia that falls under the category of situational phobias.
Fear of sump pump, branch of syskeviphobia ( appliances)
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Hearing the sound of a sump pump operating
Being in close proximity to a sump pump
Encountering a flooded basement
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving a sump pump
- • Generalized anxiety disorder
- • Family history of anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of mechanical devices has been documented throughout history, with modern advancements in technology leading to the development of specific phobias related to contemporary appliances.
related phobias
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