scotomaphobia
Scotomaphobia is the fear of blindness in one's visual field.
Fear of blindness in visual field
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Sudden vision loss
Eye-related trauma or diseases
Intense light exposure
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Seeking support from professionals
risk factors
- • Personal or family history of eye disorders
- • Traumatic experiences involving vision loss
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from traumatic eye-related experiences or witnessing vision loss in others.
related phobias
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