Nyctophobia is an intense, irrational fear of the dark. People with nyctophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are in dark environments.
Impulse
Avoiding dark places, sleeping with lights on, or refusing to go out at night. Abberance (ABE) increases by 1 from the source of fear.
Disorder
In addition to trait intensity behaviors: Overwhelming fear or panic at the thought or presence of darkness. 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 dangers lurking in the dark, often without logical basis.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread and helplessness when in darkness or contemplating it.