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Achluophobia

Research Notes on Achluophobia


Achluophobia is a fear of darkness or a fear of dark places. Like other phobias, achluophobia can be a disabling disorder that can affect a person's entire life. It is more common in women and children than in men.1

Fast Facts:

  • Also known as lygophobia, myctophobia, nyctophobia, or scotophobia.2
  • Achluophobia can be caused by a trauma in the darkness.1
  • Achluophobia can be overcome by counseling with a certified phobia therapist.2
  • The duration of treatment depends on the intensity of the disorder.2

Top Resources on Achluophobia

Research Notes References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Anxiety Doctor: Fear of Achluophobia
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 AnxietyCure: Achluophobia: Fear of Darkness

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