venephobia
Venephobia is the fear of veins.
Fear of veins
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Seeing veins on oneself or others
Medical procedures involving veins
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • Previous traumatic experience involving veins
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of veins can be linked to a fear of blood or medical procedures.
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