clinophobia
Clinophobia is the fear of going to bed or falling asleep.
Fear of going to bed
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10
common triggers
Fear of nightmares or sleep disturbances
Fear of vulnerability while sleeping
coping strategies
Establishing a calming bedtime routine
Creating a comfortable sleep environment
Seeking professional help for therapy
risk factors
- • History of sleep disturbances
- • Underlying anxiety disorders
Scientific Classification
Specific phobia
Historical Context
May be linked to past traumatic experiences during sleep or bedtime
related phobias
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