Thalassophobia Test

Does the thought of deep water, and what lies beneath it, put you on edge? Take this test to find out if you have 'thalassophobia.'

By Scott Travers, Ph.D. | August 07, 2024

Thalassophobia is an intense fear of the sea or large bodies of water. This phobia can encompass a range of fears—including fear of deep water, fear of vast, empty expanses of water and fear of what might lurk beneath the surface. Individuals with thalassophobia may experience anxiety, panic attacks, and avoidance behaviors when confronted with the ocean, or even when thinking about it. This fear can significantly limit activities such as swimming, boating or enjoying coastal environments.

Understanding your level of thalassophobia is important for managing how it affects your life. Knowing the severity of your fear can help you recognize the specific situations and triggers that provoke anxiety. This, in turn, will help you know when it's time to seek appropriate interventions to reduce your fear and improve your ability to enjoy activities involving water. Understanding this phobia can help you develop coping strategies, making it easier to confront and manage your fear in a controlled and safe manner.

The Thalassophobia Test is a valuable tool for assessing the intensity and nature of an individual's fear of the sea and large bodies of water. The test helps individuals and mental health professionals understand the specific dimensions of the fear, including emotional and physical reactions. By using the test, you can learn the inner workings of your phobia; from there, you can take the first steps towards managing and coping with your triggers.

You can take this test here. Follow all of the steps to receive your results.

Step 1: Rate the following statements based on how much you agree with them on a scale of strongly disagree to strongly agree.

1. The thought of being in the deep ocean makes me feel anxious.

2. Even thinking about the sea or deep water makes my heart race.

3. I avoid swimming or going on boats because of my fear of the ocean.

4. Watching movies or videos that take place in the ocean makes me feel uneasy.

5. I worry about being attacked by sea creatures when near the ocean.

6. The idea of not being able to see the bottom of the ocean scares me.

7. I get nervous or scared when I see large bodies of water, like lakes or oceans.

8. My fear of the ocean affects my daily life and activities.

9. I have experienced panic attacks or extreme anxiety when near the ocean.

10. I avoid traveling to locations near the ocean because of my fear.

Step 2: Enter your age, gender, region, and first name so we can provide you with a detailed report that compares your test scores to people similar to you.

What is your age?

What is your gender?

What region of the world do you live in?

What is your first name?

Step 3: Check to make sure you've provided answers to all of the statements/questions above. Once you've done that, click the button below to send your responses to Awake Therapy's Lead Biological Research Scientist, Scott Travers, Ph.D. He will provide you with an overview of how you scored relative to others (all answers are anonymized and confidential to protect users' privacy). He can also answer any follow-up questions you may have.

References: Perez, L. A. (2024, July 15). Thalassophobia Test. CarePatron. https://www.carepatron.com/templates/thalassophobia-test