Thanatophobia is an intense, irrational fear of mortality or the dying process. People with thanatophobia may experience a range of symptoms when they think about, see, or are in situations related to dying.
Impulse
Avoiding discussions about death, funerals, or anything that may act as a reminder of mortality. Abberance (ABE) increases by 1 from the source of fear.
Disorder
In addition to trait intensity behaviors: Overwhelming fear or panic at the thought of mortality or dying. 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 one’s own death, the process of dying, or what happens after death.
Emotional Distress
Deep feelings of dread, helplessness, and existential anxiety related to death and mortality.