Scotophobia
Scotophobia is an intense, irrational fear of darkness or the dark, often triggering anxiety or panic in low-light situations. This phobia can stem from traumatic experiences, evolutionary instincts, or cultural influences, and in today's fast-paced world, it's frequently addressed through exposure therapy to help individuals regain control over their nighttime routines.
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Surprisingly, scotophobia may have evolutionary roots, as a study in the journal Evolutionary Psychology found that up to 10% of adults retain this fear, potentially because it helped our ancestors avoid nocturnal predators, and children often outgrow it by age 7, with about 80% showing improvement through simple behavioral techniques.
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