What causes cyberphobia?

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What causes cyberphobia?

Providers believe that phobias result from a combination of genetics, environmental factors and personal history. People who have anxiety disorders, other phobias or mental illnesses are more likely to develop a phobia. People with these conditions may be more vulnerable to developing cyberphobia if they have an unpleasant experience with a computer or smartphone.

You’re more likely to have a specific phobia disorder such as cyberphobia if you have:

  • Depression.
  • Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
  • Mental illness such as delusional disorder or schizophrenia.
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
  • Other phobias or a history of phobias in your family.
  • Panic attacks or panic disorder.
  • Substance abuse disorder.

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