Fear of earthquakes is known as 'Seismophobia'. It originates from Greek word ‘seismo’ meaning famine, earthquakes or wars and ‘Phobos’ the Greek God of fear.
In case of people with extreme Seismophobia, the fear interferes with their daily lives. Many sufferers also have other phobias such as Agoraphobia (the fear of being unable to escape), Thanatophobia (the fear of death) or even the fear of being trapped or buried alive (Taphephobia).
Whatever it is that scares you, here are 10 ways to help you cope with your day-to-day fears and anxieties shared by NHS Choices.