stubaphobia
Stubaphobia is the fear of cutting nails.
Fear of cutting nails
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing nail clippers or scissors
Touching nail cutting tools
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Gradual exposure to nail cutting tools
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic nail cutting experience
- • Anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of cutting nails can be linked to past negative experiences or cultural beliefs.
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