zoophobia
A fear of animals
Fear of animals
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Encountering animals, seeing pictures or videos of animals, visiting places with animals
coping strategies
Deep breathing exercises
Mindfulness techniques
Gradual exposure to animals
risk factors
- • Traumatic experiences with animals
- • Genetic predisposition to anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
Throughout history, fear of animals has been present in various cultures and societies.
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