Fear of zombies (kinemortophobia)

Kinemortophobia is listed online as a fear of zombies. Zombies are not real, but a frightening film, game or story can leave people uneasy, especially at night, in empty places or when alone.

About this phobia

This is an internet list term, probably modelled on film culture, and not a recognised phobia. There is no clinical record of it. A fear of zombies often overlaps with a fear of the dark or of horror imagery, both of which are better known.

What it feels like

• Scenes from a horror film returning at bedtime
• Checking doors and windows after watching something scary
• Avoiding zombie games, films or fancy dress

Explore more unusual fears in the rare phobias A to Z, or browse the common phobias.

Common questions

Why do zombie films stay with me long after watching?

Horror is designed to set off the body’s alarm system, and vivid scenes can replay in the mind, especially when tired. This is common and usually fades. If the images keep you awake for long periods, it may help to talk it through with someone you trust.

How can you help?

I use hypnotherapy and NLP to change how your mind responds to the thing you fear, so the old alarm stops going off. Sessions are one to one over Zoom, and you get a recording of the hypnosis to listen to afterwards.

How many sessions will I need?

Many clients notice a real difference after one 90 minute session. If the fear goes back a long way, three sessions gives us room to make the change stick.

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Book a £49 consultation call and we’ll talk through your fear, or take the free suitability test first.

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