scatophobia
Scatophobia is the fear of fecal matter.
Fear of fecal matter
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing or smelling fecal matter
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to feared stimuli
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of fecal matter can be linked to disgust responses and concerns about contamination.
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