Heliophobia
Fear of the sun, sunlight or bright light (aversion to sunlight).
Heliophobia
Fear of the sun, sunlight or bright light (aversion to sunlight).
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Examples
"Her heliophobia made beach holidays impossible as sun exposure triggered panic."
"Heliophobia caused him to wear long sleeves and heavy sunglasses even indoors."
Mnemonic Trick
Helio- = sun — imagine blinding sun as threat to remember.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of daytime activities, wearing heavy protective clothing, headaches in bright light, anxiety in outdoor settings."
Etymology
From Greek helios = sun + phobos = fear.
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