Are you afraid of death?

 Thanatophobia: Fear of Death

- Mahdi Sufian Rafe

- Zainab Israil Aliza

Do you ever wonder what occurs to us after we pass away? It's a fairly weighty subject, and for some people, it can even be downright terrifying. That is when death fear, also known as thanatophobia, enters the picture. In essence, death phobia is an extreme and irrational dread of dying or passing away. People may become frightened at the simple thought of death and even avoid situations or conversations that may bring it up as a result. Realistically speaking, who can blame them? It can be quite frightening to imagine one day ceasing to exist. Numerous factors, including traumatic experiences, cultural or religious beliefs, or even just an anxiety condition that already existed, can contribute to death phobia. The signs can include shaking, sweating, and loss of appetite and trouble sleeping.

There are, thankfully, methods for dealing with mortality phobia. The most prevalent therapies are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure therapy. Relaxation methods and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) both help control the symptoms of anxiety. By progressively exposing people to things that make them fear dying, exposure therapy enables them to become accustomed to it and eventually experience less anxiety.

Having a death fear is undoubtedly difficult, but learning how to control it can significantly improve your quality of life. Self-care, such as getting enough sleep and exercise, and finding meaning in hobbies or voluntary work, can help. Of course, asking for assistance from friends, family, or a professional can make a huge difference. Consequently, even though the idea of death may always be a little frightening, it doesn't have to rule your existence. If you or someone you know is struggling with death phobia, don't be afraid to reach out for assistance. In spite of our shared fear of death, we can learn how to fully enjoy our lives by working together.

The person's religious beliefs may influence how they feel about dying. Yet, religion may provide comfort by providing answers to questions about the unknowable. The idea that the path to salvation is extremely short and straight, and that any deviations or mistakes could sentence one to an eternity in hell, is another factor that religion may contribute to. Due to religion's highly individualized nature, even a therapist who shares the same general religion as the client might not fully understand the client's views. If the fear of dying has a religious background, it is frequently good to seek extra counseling from one's own religious leader. Many people find comfort in their religious faith rather than fear, notwithstanding the possibility that certain people's religious experiences and beliefs may contribute to the development of religious phobias.

As they say, "the little death" is sleep. It's not so terrible if that is death. It's difficult to be afraid of something you've experienced a million times before. Not being afraid of living is the key to overcoming your fear of death. to be unafraid to attempt new things, leave your comfort zones, refuse to accept anything less than what you want or deserve, go on adventures, and take risks. You really don't need to worry about something that far off because life alters so drastically over time. Before you reach old age, your environment and you will have undergone significant change.