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kennyc · Sep 07, 2015, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ninetyone

What if this demon is symbolizing something? Can you think of anything that causes you to feel so vulnerable from seeing an open door? Maybe it's not even the result of an event and the demon could be symbolizing vulnerability itself. It could be a possibility since there's a phobia for almost anything without having to be tied to a traumatic event or mental illness.

I have successfully tried the exposure method several times so I think it's a great idea. I'm actually afraid of the dark myself...and I'm 23.

This. I think what's described is a very specific fear that is very likely a result of more generic fears we all have of demons/evil spirits/etc. and as mentioned may (or may not) be linked to some traumatic event.

The first step is recognition, then attempts to understand and manage your reactions as well as exploring the possible genesis of the fear.