Why am I so afraid of thunderstorms?

Individuals with a family history of anxiety, depression, or phobias may be at greater risk for astraphobia. Experiencing weather-related trauma can also be a risk factor. For example, someone who has had a traumatic or negative experience caused by severe weather may acquire a phobia to storms.

How long do severe thunderstorms last?

Thunderstorms usually last for 30 minutes to an hour. They can happen in a singular fashion, in lines or in clusters. Some of the most dangerous thunderstorms happen when a single storm strikes in a location for a lengthy period of time. Weather conditions that are humid and warm typically can cause a thunderstorm.

What causes the fear of lightning?

When people have had a traumatic experience linked to thunderstorms and lightning, they may be more prone to develop astraphobia. And if a person has witnessed someone getting hurt by thunder and lightning, this can contribute to the development of astraphobia.

Why do I hate lotus seed pods?

Trypophobia is a fear or disgust of closely-packed holes. People who have it feel queasy when looking at surfaces that have small holes gathered close together. For example, the head of a lotus seed pod or the body of a strawberry could trigger discomfort in someone with this phobia.

What is the fear of being alone called?

Autophobia, or monophobia, is the fear of being alone or lonely. Being alone, even in a usually comforting place like home, can result in severe anxiety for people with this condition.

What are the symptoms of Monophobia?

Symptoms of Monophobia

A sudden feeling of intense fear when left alone.
Intense fear or anxiety when thinking about being alone.
Worrying about being alone and thinking of what could occur (intruders, medical emergencies)
Anxiety about feeling unloved or unwanted.
Fear of unexpected noises when alone.