{"id":4887,"date":"2023-04-07T08:23:17","date_gmt":"2023-04-07T07:23:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.moviestumper.com\/?p=4887"},"modified":"2023-04-07T08:23:17","modified_gmt":"2023-04-07T07:23:17","slug":"why-do-horror-movies-calm-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.moviestumper.com\/why-do-horror-movies-calm-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Why do horror movies calm me?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Horror movies can have a calming effect on people because they provide a release from stress and anxiety. In a horror movie, the audience knows that the characters are in danger, but they are also safe because they are not really in the situation. Watching a horror movie can be a way to vicariously experience fear and suspense without having to actually put oneself in harm’s way.<\/p>\n

Horror movies tap into our primal fear of the unknown and the dark. By watching others confront these fears on the big screen, we can vicariously experience the thrill of fear without having to actually put ourselves in harm’s way. In other words, horror movies provide a safe outlet for our natural curiosity about what lies beyond the veil of everyday life. For some people, this can be a very calming experience.<\/p>\n

Do horror movies help with anxiety? <\/h2>\n

It’s interesting to think about how watching scary movies can actually help alleviate anxiety. It makes sense that it would provide a sense of control in an otherwise anxiety-inducing situation. It’s definitely something to consider if you’re struggling with anxiety.<\/p>\n

After watching a scary movie, the brain’s ability to calm itself down can be pleasurable neuro-chemically speaking. This is because the dopamine release related to the ‘rest and digest’ brain response causes an increased sense of well-being.<\/p>\n

What personality type likes horror movies <\/h3>\n