yushuaphobia

Yushuaphobia is the fear of windshield wipers. Individuals with this phobia experience intense anxiety or panic when exposed to or thinking about windshield wipers.

Fear of windshield wipers

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Seeing windshield wipers in action Hearing the sound of windshield wipers

coping strategies

Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Positive self-talk

risk factors

  • • Traumatic experiences
  • • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

Yushuaphobia may develop due to negative past experiences involving windshield wipers or from indirect associations with fear or danger.

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