Thalassophobia
Fear of the sea, large bodies of water, or depth (intense dread of open water).
Thalassophobia
Fear of the sea, large bodies of water, or depth (intense dread of open water).
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Examples
"Thalassophobia made cruise vacations unbearable despite beautiful scenery."
"Even the idea of deep water triggered vertigo and panic for him due to thalassophobia."
Mnemonic Trick
Thalassa = sea — picture endless deep water to recall fear.
Additional Information
Common Symptoms:
"Avoidance of beaches/boats, panic near deep water, dizziness, nausea, fear of drowning."
Etymology
From Greek thalassa = sea + phobos = fear.
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