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Are you scared of darkness? Have you got fear at night? The fear of darkness in childhood is very common. However it can lead to phobia if not properly handled. If this is your case, you will find some strategies in this article for overcoming the fear of the dark.<\/p>\n

Fear of darkness or nyctophobia is an unreasonable fear<\/a> of dark or night spaces induced by a skewed sense of what might happen in these situations in the brain. Actually, it’s not the night itself which scares you in fear of the dark, but the risks you imagine running.<\/p>\n

Fear of the dark should be viewed as a phobia in adults. This anxiety is typically derived from special painful memories arising in the dark or from horrific childhood.<\/p>\n

To conquer the fear of darkness, the agony of the past, normally our childhood, must be alleviated. To deal rationally with your anxiety is the way to conquer it. You would be treating the fear of the dark by the following strategies:<\/p>\n

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  1. Turn the light off voluntarily<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Nyctophobia sufferers are typically exhausted and sleepy. This is because you sleep in the dark, the dream is much cooler. Even the slightest light stops deep sleep. The problem is that this tiredness will increase the feeling of fear.<\/p>\n

    People who are afraid of the dark will start to gradually reduce light at bedtime. It’s easier to get used to and get used to the idea for many days, while focusing on other techniques.<\/p>\n

    The simplicity of rest and the consequent change in mood and energy lead to encouraging each other to sleep with less and less light.<\/p>\n

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    1. Look for a moment of relaxation throughout the day<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      The day can also be a chance to be in the dark. Find a quiet moment and linger in a dark room voluntarily. Play music relaxation and try to think about something good.<\/p>\n

      The benefit of this formula is that you can monitor the time you spend in darkness and appreciate the natural light when you finish, which is very soothing and relaxing. But remember it must be a personal decision. But remember. You need to raise the time as you feel safer.<\/p>\n

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      1. Discuss your worries<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        The fear of darkness is not the fear of the lack of light on a couch, but the feelings that take care of your mind. Find out what these emotions<\/a> are and confront the actual fears. You will take control and defeat this threat when something happens in your imagination. Don’t be ashamed and challenge those ideas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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