Heliophobia: The Fear of Light and the Shadows It Casts The city was a black ocean at night, its streets glistening with the last piss of the rain. In the alleys, in the backrooms, in the hearts of men, the worst things happened when the lights were low. Brute crime was mostly done under the … Read more
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Nyctophobia: A Fear Rooted in Darkness What is Nyctophobia? Nyctophobia, also known as scotophobia or the fear of the dark, is an anxiety disorder characterized by an intense and irrational fear of darkness. Individuals suffering from this condition experience overwhelming dread when faced with dark environments, which may hinder their daily activities and well-being. It’s … Read more
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Ornithophobia, the fear of birds, screech-owl, night birds, liver, and prophecies from the flight of the fowl of the air Ornithophobia, the fear of birds, is a specific phobia that involves intense anxiety and distress at the sight or thought of birds. While it’s a relatively modern term, its roots and associations go back centuries. … Read more
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Ailurophobia: The Fear of Cats, Vampires and Its Ancient Roots ‘Twas a dark moon night, that kind of night where vampires are flying in the air and black cats are roaming the rooftops. Yes, even you know now the connection between cats’ little white teeth and those of vampires. Two tiny bites on your neck … Read more
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Parapsychology is the study of psychic phenomena and extrasensory perception (ESP), focusing on experiences that cannot be explained by conventional science. This field explores abilities such as telepathy, precognition, clairvoyance, and psychokinesis, as well as investigating hauntings, poltergeists, and near-death experiences. Who Invented It? Parapsychology emerged in the late 19th century as part of the … Read more
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