Eisoptrophobia

Eisoptrophobia is the fear of or aversion towards an individual's own image in reflection. It is distinct from Spectrophobia, the fear of mirrors.

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People may have a fear of reflections because they fear that there might be something wrong with their face or that there is a monster sneaking up on them from behind. This type of fear can also be related to Depersonalization and Derealization, as the individual may not recognize himself/herself in their own reflection, feeling alienated by their own appearance. The condition can also be triggered by situations wherein one is self-conscious, and is actively trying to subvert this self-consciousness. In this scenario, such an individual may feel that looking into a mirror will stunt their attempts to become more extroverted.[1]

In Popular Culture

In Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day, Tigger, thinking his reflection is an imposter pretending to be him, tries to scare his reflection away, but scares himself so much he dashes under the table.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Clarkson, Michael (2004). Quick Fixes for Everyday Fears: How to Manage Everything from Fear of Mice to Fear of Flying. p. 117.


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