I know why people hate being alone at night when they are outside. Feeling vulnerable to assaults and even just getting lost can cause anxiety or fear. But why is it the same way in our own homes, apartments, or even dorm rooms for those who live in college residence halls? I am one of those people who hate being alone at night. For some reason, I don't feel as secure when I'm by myself in my house at night. It was the same way when I was at college living in a residence hall.

I know the likelihood of anything happening is low, but there is still that chance. And it is not even so much as being alone at home during the night, it is the act of sleeping when I'm all by myself, knowing someone could come in and do as they please without my knowledge. Knowing someone could do harm or steal things can make me nervous when I'm alone at night, and even more so if I will be sleeping alone as well.

It was the same way when I lived in a college residence hall. It was a very safe building, needed a ID swipe card to get in. In fact, it would probably be harder to break into the residence halls at my college I went to than it would be to break into a house. But even then, if I was every by myself in my room at night, I still felt very uneasy. And it was worse if I knew I would be sleeping through the night by myself as well. Just had this worry something bad would happen without my knowledge.

Same for taking showers as well. I know the fear is worse for females, but I have this problem as well even though I am male. Anyone know what causes these fears? Is it just a subconscious reaction to being alone at night? Does it seem weird to still feel anxious even if you know you live in a safe neighborhood or residence hall? I like being alone in general, but for some reason, being alone at night has a different vibe than being alone during the day. Anyone else have this issue? Just curious.