surdophobia

Surdophobia is the fear of deaf people, often considered a satellite phobia of surdocaecophobia which is the fear of deaf individuals or of being deaf.

Fear of deaf people (satellite of surdocaecophobia) &

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Encountering deaf individuals Hearing or witnessing sign language communication

coping strategies

Education about deaf culture and communication
Therapeutic techniques to manage anxiety
Gradual exposure to deaf community

risk factors

  • • Negative past experiences involving deaf individuals
  • • Lack of exposure to deaf culture and communication methods

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Limited historical context available specific to surdophobia

related phobias

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