telephonophobia
Telephonophobia is the fear of telephones, which can manifest as anxiety or distress when having to make or receive phone calls.
Fear of telephones
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
5/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Receiving or making phone calls
Hearing the phone ring
Seeing a phone call notification
coping strategies
Gradual exposure to phone calls
Mindfulness techniques
Seeking support from loved ones
risk factors
- • Previous negative experiences with phone calls
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Telephonophobia may have emerged with the widespread use of telephones in modern society.
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