Melanophobia is an intense, irrational fear of the color black or things associated with black. People with melanophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are near black objects.
Impulse
Avoiding objects, clothing, or environments with the color black. Abberance (ABE) increases by 1 from the source of fear.
Disorder
In addition to trait intensity behaviors: Overwhelming fear or panic at the sight or thought of black. Abberance (ABE) increases by 3 (instead of 1) from the source of fear.
Physical Symptoms
Rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, nausea, or dizziness.
Intrusive Thoughts
Persistent and distressing thoughts about the color black and its associations.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness related to black-colored items or environments.