Monophobia
Monophobia: when being alone feels unsafe
An empty house can bring panic, even when you know you're safe. STAND DOWN explains why being alone can set off such a strong alarm.
When company feels necessary
Being alone can bring a racing heart and a fear that something will happen with nobody there to help. It's more than simply preferring company.
Having someone nearby may ease the fear for a while. STAND DOWN explains the alarm behind the sense that you need another person there to be safe.
Planning not to be alone
You might arrange your day around a partner, friend or family member. A delay in their plans can feel frightening, and it can put strain on the relationship.
Travelling alone or staying in an empty house can become difficult. You may stay on the phone or spend time in public just to avoid solitude.
Work and independence
Working from home alone or travelling for a job may feel overwhelming. The fear can affect which work you feel able to do.
Changing your plans to stay near others can cost time and money. You may want more independence but find the alarm hard to ignore.
Hear why solitude feels threatening
STAND DOWN's ordered audio sessions teach its account of this fear. You can listen privately without exposure exercises or tracking diaries.
A science video and guided visualisations support the sessions. CHUCK, your AI programme guide, can answer questions about what you've heard.
Recognising the pattern
- Being alone brings a rush of fear.
- You arrange your days to keep someone nearby.
- A trusted person's delay triggers panic.
- You avoid work or travel that would leave you alone.
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