To help explain, we’re joined by behavioral psychologist Dr. Michael Winters, who helps us understand why we sometimes actively seek out ways to scare ourselves.
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Whether It’s Movies or Haunted Houses — Why Do We Like Being Scared?
Whether it’s a good horror story or a scary movie, many of us love to seek out things that frighten us. But why? To help explain, we’re joined by behavioral psychologist Dr. Michael Winters, who helps us understand why we sometimes actively seek out ways to scare ourselves.