Necrophobia

Necrophobia is a pathological fear of corpses and everything associated with death.

People suffering from necrophobia experience severe anxiety and discomfort when faced with the topic of death. They avoid funerals, cemeteries and any reminders of mortality. Even the words “die”, “corpse” or “cemetery” can cause them to have a panic attack.

Symptoms of necrophobia include tachycardia, dizziness, fainting, trembling, sweating, and difficulty breathing. At the sight of a corpse or in a cemetery, a person can completely lose control of himself.

The causes of necrophobia may lie in psychological trauma associated with the death of a loved one. The development of a phobia can also be influenced by horrors seen in the media, films or games.

Psychotherapy is used to overcome necrophobia. With the help of cognitive behavioral therapy, the patient gradually gets used to the topic of death and learns to control his fear. In some cases, antidepressants are prescribed to reduce anxiety. With proper treatment, necrophobia can be completely overcome.