pyrophobia
Pyrophobia is the intense fear of fire, leading to excessive anxiety and avoidance behaviors when exposed to fire or situations involving fire.
Fear of fire
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
9/10
common triggers
Seeing fire or flames
Hearing the sound of fire crackling
Smelling smoke
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences involving fire
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Historically, the fear of fire may have stemmed from its destructive power and unpredictable nature.
related phobias
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