Ballistophobia
Fear of bullets, missiles or projectiles (fear of being struck by weapons).
Ballistophobia
Fear of bullets, missiles or projectiles (fear of being struck by weapons).
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Examples
"Ballistophobia made him avoid fireworks and loud demonstrations."
"She experienced severe anxiety during news reports of armed conflict due to ballistophobia."
Mnemonic Trick
Ballisto- relates to missiles/projectiles — picture being hit by a bullet.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of celebratory fireworks or shooting ranges, panic when encountering news of attacks, hypervigilance."
Etymology
From Greek ballistos = missile (ballizein = to throw) + phobos = fear.
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