nihiliphobia

Fear of nothingness or the concept of nothing

Fear of nothingness

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
4/10
Exposure Risk
6/10

common triggers

Contemplation of existence and non-existence

coping strategies

Mindfulness meditation
Philosophical exploration of existence

risk factors

  • • Philosophical inclination
  • • Existential crisis
  • • History of anxiety disorders

Scientific Classification

Existential anxiety disorder

Historical Context

Rooted in philosophical and existential questions about life and existence

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