yifuphobia
Yifuphobia is the fear of one's uncle who is also their mother's brother-in-law.
Fear of your uncle that is your mother's brother-in-law
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
2/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
Family gatherings involving the uncle
Interactions with the uncle
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Positive self-talk
Seeking support from a therapist or loved ones
risk factors
- • Past negative experiences involving the uncle
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Limited historical context available due to specificity of the fear
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