White coat syndrome, a fear of doctors and others (wearing white coats) in health care settings, is a form of:

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White coat syndrome is a form of anxiety behavior, as it involves a fear or anxiety response triggered by the presence of doctors or others in healthcare settings wearing white coats. This reaction can lead to heightened blood pressure readings during medical appointments, even if the individual does not have high blood pressure in other settings.

White Coat Syndrome, a Fear of Doctors and Others (Wearing