Why Does Sleep Scare Me?

Experiencing trauma or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can both contribute to nightmares, can also cause a fear of sleep. You might also fear things that could happen while you're sleeping, such as a burglary, fire, or other disaster. Somniphobia has also been linked to a fear of dying.

How do I stop being scared of sleeping?

The basics:
  1. Go to bed at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every morning.
  2. Don't eat or drink any caffeine in the four to five hours before bed.
  3. Resist the urge to nap.
  4. Avoid exercise two hours before bed.
  5. Keep your bedroom cool and dark.
  6. Limit your bedroom activities to sleep and sex.

What's the rarest phobia?

Rare and Uncommon Phobias
  • Ablutophobia | Fear of bathing. ...
  • Arachibutyrophobia | Fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of your mouth. ...
  • Arithmophobia | Fear of math. ...
  • Chirophobia | Fear of hands. ...
  • Chloephobia | Fear of newspapers. ...
  • Globophobia (Fear of balloons) ...
  • Omphalophobia | Fear of Umbilicus (Bello Buttons)
Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.