w-at-nophobia
W-at-nophobia is the irrational fear of pressure washers.
Fear of pressure washers W@nophobia
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
3/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Seeing a pressure washer
Hearing the sound of a pressure washer
Using a pressure washer
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to pressure washers
risk factors
- • Traumatic experience involving a pressure washer
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
The fear of pressure washers may stem from a negative past experience or a learned response.
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