Do I need professional help because..?

Question

I am 15 years old, and I am completely terrified of the dark, and it’s gotten progressively worse since I’ve gotten older. I loved horror movies until this undying fear has forced me to stop. I have to sleep with the windows closed, blinds shut, door closed, and light on. And sometimes I get so afraid that I just lie there and cry my eyes out.

Is it possible that I need psychiatric help?

And is there any way to avoid it?

What can I do to help myself?

Answer 1

your not messed up your probly just stressed and the stress is causing fears.talk to a sibling,boyfriend,friend,parent,ex.... about thing that might be bothering you before you go to bed and then eventually you'll feel better in the dark.i have the same problem,im 13 and im still parcially scared of the dark but each night i talk to my bff n my bf about thing tht bother me.good luck!

Answer 2

i used to be just like you, one day i forced my self to sleep normally and after a while my fear grew into a love because of the isolation and peacefulness. i know its hard but try to see it as a positive thing, thats what i did. however, still, ever so often i find my self trembling with fear because i see a shadow thats not quite right. what truly helped me is sleeping with my cat, and listening to his gentle purrs. also when its raining and you can hear the pitter patter of rain on your your roof tops. so soothing.. put on your favorite music, hug your self with the most coziest blanket, leave the door open with the hallway light on, open the window and listen to the beautiful sounds of nature outside. also, for beginning, get a night light that does not illuminate much light, so you could get used to it. putting on the radio with people speaking also helps. you can try and revert to sleeping pills if all else fails.. just imagine it as a beautiful thing, and an inspiration if you happen to write/draw/etc.. (thats what i do) i went through this, so i really hope you can over come it. please do...

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Answer 3

you have a phobia of the dark. also anxiety will do a lot to a person-when they are stressed out. you need to see a counselor;, and get to the bottom of this fear of the dark. good luck-god bless