The Psychology Behind Why We Love Horror

What draws us to horror movies and why do we keep coming back for more? In this video, our team of experts explores the fascinating psychology behind our love for all things horror. From the thrill of being scared to the adrenaline rush of a jump scare, we delve into the science of fear and why it's so appealing to our minds. Through research and analysis, we uncover the deep-rooted psychological factors that make horror movies so irresistible to us. From our innate curiosity about the unknown to the cathartic release of our fears, we provide an in-depth understanding of the human psyche and its relationship with horror. If you're a horror fan or simply curious about the science behind our fascination with the macabre, this video is for you. Writer/ Researcher: Se Joon Park Script Editor: Caitlin McColl Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice Over: Brandon @LittleGhostyOfficialTM Animator: Tris Canimo Music & Sound Design: Gower Sun @MidnightCityMusic YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References Newman, T. (2021, October 30). Fear: What happens in the brain and body? Medical News Today. Retrieved from www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323492 Apter, M. J. (1992). The dangerous edge: The psychology of excitement. Free Press. Clasen, M., Kjeldgaard-Christiansen, J., & Johnson, J. A. (2020). Horror, personality, and threat simulation: A survey on the psychology of Scary Media. Evolutionary Behavioral Sciences, 14(3), 213–230. doi.org/10.1037/ebs0000152 Carroll Noël. (1989). The philosophy of Horror. Routledge. Transcript: alugha Click here to see more videos: https://alugha.com/Psych2Go

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