THALASSOPHOBIA

Our bodies are composed of approximately 50 to 70 percent water, and it is recommended to drink 2 to 4 glasses of water daily to keep our bodies in optimal condition. This fact is not a myth. Harrisville syndrome, a condition that affects deep-sea workers, is linked to tetraphobia, the fear of the ocean. Individuals with this syndrome may experience physical symptoms such as trembling limbs, confusion, goosebumps, and dizziness. There are four main causes of this syndrome, including the vast mysteries of the deep ocean, the presence of giant sea creatures like sperm whales and blue whales, the potential disasters that can arise from the sea such as tsunamis, and a genetic predisposition towards a fear of the ocean. A test for sea phobia involving imagining encounters with sharks is often used to assess individuals' fears. It is important to acknowledge and address any fears or phobias related to the sea, as they can significantly impact one's well-being and quality of life.

This syndrome causes the sufferer to experience mental obsessions as well as negative biological reactions. People with the syndrome often panic, lose their temper and are full of anxiety and insecurity every time they stand in front of the ocean or large bodies of water, or imagine scary "scenarios" about things lurking under the water. In mild cases, they are only afraid when being taken to the coast or having to travel by maritime means. They may be worried and confused but can still control themselves.

In even more severe cases, this syndrome also makes people afraid of aquatic creatures, even if they are dead and being sold at markets or supermarkets.

Reason :

Below is a typical thought of people with fear of the sea, it makes them imagine and deduce scenarios of being attacked, then become scared, confused, even crazy and unable to step foot in the water. .

The mystery of the deep ocean

The vast, endless ocean of ass is mysterious and virtually unexplored. People are often afraid of something they don't understand. It is people with anxiety disorders who make the mystery of the ocean.

Development of marine life

In some cases, people may not be afraid of the sea but are simply afraid of sea creatures such as being afraid of sea monsters (water monsters). Large and dangerous marine creatures such as great white sharks, aquatic fish or other dangerous marine predators can attack people while they are swimming. Just like in horror movies, when you are immersing yourself in cool water, something will slide under the water's surface. Or if you immerse yourself in the seascape among thousands of stars, you will be pulled down to the depths of the dark sea.

Accidents due to disasters

People with this syndrome are often anxious when riding boats, rafts or other vehicles on water. They are afraid that they will have the same fate as ships in distress in the deep sea that they cannot predict. The drowning is so great that no matter how dangerous they are, they don't dare get on the boat. These types are mainly caused by psychological instability. But most people with this syndrome have childhood memories of having had an accident, injury or almost losing their life, whether directly or indirectly, leading to phobias and the formation of unconscious defense mechanisms. or psychological trauma.

Other causes

A few other causes are related to genetics, diseases related to the thyroid gland or endocrine imbalance...

Psychotherapy

Several types of treatments have shown positive results in overcoming fear of the oceans. Hypnotherapy: This therapy involves deep relaxation under the guidance of highly trained professionals. It helps specialists find the root cause of the victim's ocean phobia. A series of hypnosis sessions helps the patient "de-fear" eventually reducing the anxiety caused each time they see the ocean.

But the best way to quell your fears and phobias is to confront them directly. If you suffer from this syndrome, please seek help from experts and experience the sea for yourself!