hypnophobia
Hypnophobia is the fear of sleep or of being hypnotized.
Fear of sleep or of being hypnotized
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10
common triggers
fear of losing control
fear of vulnerability during sleep or hypnosis
coping strategies
deep breathing exercises
progressive muscle relaxation
mindfulness techniques
risk factors
- • traumatic experiences
- • genetics
- • anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
May stem from negative experiences with sleep or hypnosis
related phobias
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