Why do we like scary movies, and why do we watch them again and again? In this video, Dr. Kushner explores why we enjoy horror. We talk about the excitement of being scared and why we like those surprise moments that make us jump. We also look into the science of fear and why it's interesting to our BRAINS.
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00:00 Introduction
00:58 Childhood "jump scare" games
02:43 How the brain triggers a fear response
09:34 Sensation-seeking personality trait
13:25 Post-event euphoria
15:35 Psychological resilience and satisfaction
19:07 Social bonding and attraction
21:06 Morbid curiosity