Unveiling the Roots of Nyctophobia or Scotophobia: Why Humans Fear Darkness

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Why are we afraid of the dark?
From ancient survival instincts to modern-day anxieties, this video dives deep into the fear of darkness known as nyctophobia or scotophobia.
Explore how our evolutionary past, where nighttime predators lurked, hardwired us to dread the unseen.
Uncover the science behind 'unknowning,' where our brains turn uncertainty into fear, and see how myths, folklore, and even our reliance on artificial light amplify this primal emotion.

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