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In NPR's recent Short Wave podcast episode, hosted by Regina G. Barber, an interview with Dr. Arash Javanbakht, a psychiatrist from Wayne State University in Michigan, dissects the science behind our primal bioreactions like fear, and why some of us enjoy (and actually benefit from) the experience of scary movies. "Part of your brain is terrified by the possible danger, even while our more recently evolved frontal lobes may know we're safe. You may feel more alive having fear in a controlled environment. Acute fears may also give you perspective on everyday fears that are not life threatening." - Barber So, if there's an upcoming conversation that's already making your palms sweat or heart pound, maybe the best practice run for getting more acquainted with these bioreactions is popping in a scary movie! Listen or read the full Short Wave Episode here: https://lnkd.in/gAiPAnwf Happy Halloween! 🎃 #fear #bioreaction #presence #stress #emotionalagility #happyhalloween

Why some people love scary movies : Short Wave

Why some people love scary movies : Short Wave

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