skelephobia

Skelephobia is the fear of skeletons. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety or fear when encountering or thinking about skeletons.

Fear of skeletons

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Seeing skeletons in movies or pictures Encountering real or replica skeletons Halloween decorations

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to skeletons

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition
  • • Anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

The fear of skeletons may be linked to cultural beliefs or personal experiences with death or decay.

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