somniphobia
Somniphobia is the fear of sleep, including falling asleep or staying asleep.
Fear of sleep
Severity
Severe
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
8/10
common triggers
Fear of nightmares
Fear of losing control
Fear of vulnerability during sleep
coping strategies
Establishing a relaxing bedtime routine
Practicing mindfulness or meditation before bed
Seeking support from a therapist or support group
risk factors
- • History of trauma
- • Anxiety disorders
- • Family history of somniphobia
Scientific Classification
Anxiety disorder
Historical Context
Somniphobia may stem from past traumatic experiences during sleep or from anxiety disorders.
related phobias
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