25 Oct 2023
33m

Why do we love scary movies? with Coltan Scrivner, PhD

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Speaking of Psychology

This podcast episode delves into the psychological aspects of our fascination with horror, true crime, and scary play, challenging the traditional assumption that horror fans are simply adrenaline junkies. It also emphasizes the idea that morbid curiosity can serve as a learning experience and highlights the therapeutic potential of horror movies and true crime podcasts, as long as it remains in moderation.

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