Eisoptrophobia

/ˌaɪsɒptrəˈfoʊbiə/ noun

Definition

An irrational fear of mirrors or of seeing your own reflection.

Etymology

From Greek 'eisoptron' (mirror) + 'phobos' (fear). The prefix 'eis-' relates to looking into, combined with the fear suffix '-phobia' to create this specific clinical phobia.

Kelly Says

This phobia connects to some of humanity's deepest anxieties: narcissus mythology, vampire folklore, and the psychology of not wanting to face yourself—cultures worldwide have stories about magical or cursed mirrors!

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