Spectrophobia is a fear arising against a mental disorder.

Spectrophobia is severe mental disorder.

People of different ages come across this fear.

In order for a phobia not to progress, it no longer causes harm to a person, it is necessary to get rid of it, but first understand the reason for its appearance.

What is the fear of mirrors called?

Strong fear something called a phobia. Fear arises against a mental disorder.

Spectrophobia is called the fear of mirrors and its reflection. This is a very rare phobia, but many people have its beginnings.

As soon as spectrophobia appears, a person literally falls out of normal life, withdraws into himself and prefers to be in a room without mirrors.

He does not want to appear on the street, as the mirrors are now literally at every turn. To exist in a world without mirrors is not possible.

Fear increases at night, when a person is afraid to see something even more frightening in the mirror than at daytime.

Patient's condition getting worse: a cold sweat appears, the pulse quickens, and the pupils dilate. Some patients admit to feeling dizzy.

A terrible reflection - why the mirror distorts our appearance:

What is expressed?

Fear is manifested first in the fact that man avoids mirrors.

If there are any in the apartment, they are covered with thick fabric.

Passing shop windows in stores, the person turns away from them, tries not to look. The patient is very scared.

They are afraid not only of mirrors, but also water surfacebecause it also reflects the appearance of a person. Usually such people swim with caution in the sea, trying not to peer into the water. Any glass surfaces in the house are also hidden by fabrics.

A phobia is also expressed in the fact that a person becomes fearful, agitated and nervous. He constantly looks around, trying to make sure that there are no mirrors in the room.

Such a person is ready to cry, go into hysterics, scream at any moment. At the sight of a large number of mirrors in the room, it can instantly escape.

Causes

Usually phobias appear due to man's faith that something threatens his life. However, spectrophobia is different from other fears, since a mirror cannot physically harm a person. The reason is psychological.

For example, the patient is afraid to see something in the mirror. scary, frightening. He represents something unreal.

Fear can also manifest itself in a different way: a person is afraid of breaking a mirror, since in this case failures will haunt him for seven years.

Fear arises against the backdrop of beliefs in the existence evil spirits.

Since ancient times, people believed that the mirror was a portal to another world inhabited by dangerous creatures. Patients are convinced that monsters and ghosts can climb out of the mirror.

Some people avoid mirrors due to physical disabilities. They are afraid to see the flaw that greatly disturbs them. For example, there is a severe burn on the face, and a person cannot get used to a new look.

Symptoms and signs of esoptrophobia

TO main symptoms include:

Fear of your reflection in the mirror.
Fear to see your appearance on the photo. Such people do not like to be photographed.
When you are in a room with mirrors a person is nervous, anxious, he has a rapid pulse, a cold sweat appears. It creates a state on the verge of fainting.

Signs of such a phobia also include dizziness, hysteria at the sight of mirrors. A person's mood changes dramatically, he can get angry at everyone, or cry.

He can't get rid of fear, breathes faster, sweats and tends to leave the premises. The skin turns pale, there is a tremor throughout the body. The patient becomes withdrawn, avoids contact with people.

How to overcome fear?

Patient care is provided with the help of medicines and psychological assistance. Only an integrated approach helps to defeat the phobia.

Medicines

Medicines for patients are needed to relieve anxiety, worries.

Medications are aimed at normalizing sleep, eliminating panic attacks.

The most effective drugs are:

Passionite;
Persen;
Valordin;
Dormiplant

it soothing drugs containing sedatives. Duration of reception and dosage are set by the doctor individually.

They are needed and sleeping pills drugs:

Zolpidem;
Piclodorm;
Zaleplon;
Clomethiazole

These are representatives of the third generation of sleeping pills, they are safe for the body. However, they can also prescribe only doctors.

If panic attacks happen more often, the phobia is rapidly developing, you need to think about the use of more effective drugs. This is about tranquilizers:

Phenibut;
Midazolam;
Amizil.

Doctors recommend taking antidepressants, as they effectively deal with mental disorders:

Heptral;
Paxil;
Zyban.

Selection of drugs is carried out by a specialist. Independently they can not be acquired, as you can exacerbate the condition.

Psychological help

Experts use several methods to eliminate phobias. Each method is effective in its own way:

Psychoanalytic psychotherapy. It is used if fear is associated with childhood trauma. Therapy is quite long. Requires a lot of effort from the client. You will often have to visit a specialist, but this method is one of the most effective.
Cognitive-behavioral approach. Used for cosmetic defects. Therapy is aimed at processing itself, the adoption of his "I". The client will have to reconsider his installations, do a great job to combat the fear.
Psychologist and sexologist help. Needed if the phobia appeared on the background of sexual dysfunctions. A person loses faith in himself, there is aversion to his own body. The help of two specialists in the shortest possible time can get rid of phobias.
Group therapeutic work. Patients share their experiences in the group, support each other. Together they fight fear. It helps not only to eliminate fear, but also to consolidate the achieved result.

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Reflective surfaces

If the fear is strong, it is recommended to remove large mirrors from the room, leave small ones so that no panic attacks appear.

Man should calm down, try to distract from negative thoughts.

Reinforce fear can fantastic movies and books. At the time of treatment they must be abandoned. One must be able to distinguish fiction from truth. Thoughts about non-existent things need to drive away.

We must remember that physically mirrors and reflective surfaces can not cause harm. They absolutely safe. You must try to convince yourself that mirrors are not dangerous.

Reflections

Passing by the mirror, it is recommended smile to yourself don't frown. Need to create a positive impression. You should not look for flaws in your own reflection. We must praise ourselves for success, say compliments.

Suppose that at first the contact will last for a few seconds, the main thing is not to give in to fear.

Gradually man will look in the mirror longer and the fear will disappear. To relieve anxiety and excitement it is better to use medicines and herbal teas.

Mirrors in the dark

Usually this fear hides fear. evil spirits, ghosts.

Self-rid of this fear is not easy.

The first step is to understand that most fears are far-fetched. Thoughts about parallel worlds must be removed. Do not give in to them.

If the fear is strong, in the dark it is really better not to look in the mirrors. However, it should be understood that in the dark mirrors are not dangerous.

Additionally, it is recommended to take soothing herbal teas, listen to relaxing music before going to bed, take a bath. It will help relieve anxiety.

Take pictures

Usually patients are not afraid of the cameras themselves, but the result of the photo shoot. A person does not like the way he looks, notices cosmetic flaws.

If in the past there was a negative experience, the fear of being photographed will appear. In this case, the patient must understand that everyone has successful and unsuccessful pictures. This is completely normal.

You can convince yourself that get great shots possible. At home you should try to take photos, use different photo effects. This will help remove fear. It is possible that one good shot will turn out.

If you want to conquer your fear, the person is determined, you need to go to a photo session. Professionals will create great photos that will appeal to people. However, this method is recommended for those who received therapy from a psychologist, took the drugs prescribed by him.

Patients should be aware that far not always the first time get good pictures, even in professional models.

The case may be in the camera itself, the lighting in the room.

No need to blame yourself for bad shots. If the problem still persists, it is recommended go to a psychologist.

Spectrophobia is a serious problem that makes human life unbearable, causes even greater mental disturbances.

It is necessary to fight with it as soon as possible, having gone to an experienced specialist. It is important to find the cause of fear work on fixing it. Only hard work on yourself, a lot of effort will bring a positive result.