trypanophobia
Trypanophobia is the fear of injections.
Fear of injections
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Common
Awareness
7/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Needles, syringes, medical procedures
coping strategies
Deep breathing
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive self-talk
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences
- • Genetic predisposition
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May stem from negative past experiences with injections or medical procedures
related phobias
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