Fear of the number 13
Triskadecaphobia is the fear of the number 13.
Triskadecaphobia, the fear of the number 13, can be addressed through several strategies. Gradual exposure therapy, where individuals confront their fear in controlled settings, can help desensitize them to the number. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is also effective, as it helps reframe negative thoughts associated with the number. Additionally, education about the origins of this superstition can diminish irrational fears.
Triskadecaphobia It is simply the fear of the number 13. It doesn't have anything to do with Friday, however. Tri-3 Deca=10 Phobia=Fear of I actually just learned that in W. History today. :)