noctiphobia

Noctiphobia is the fear of the night. It is characterized by an intense and irrational dread of darkness and nighttime.

Fear of the night

Severity

Moderate

Prevalence

Rare

Awareness

6/10

Exposure Risk

7/10

common triggers

Being in dark or dimly lit environments Watching horror movies or reading scary stories before bedtime

Deep breathing exercises

Mindfulness techniques

Gradual exposure to darkness

Specific phobia

Noctiphobia may have roots in ancestral fears of nocturnal predators and the unknown dangers of the night.

If you're struggling with noctiphobia, professional help is available. Don't hesitate to reach out.