Why do we love scary movies? with Coltan Scrivner, PhD
Speaking of Psychology
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Busting the Horror Fan Stereotype
This chapter challenges the stereotype that horror fans lack empathy and are cold-hearted, presenting research that shows horror fans actually have lower cold-heartedness and greater compassion. It explains that previous studies had biased results due to poorly operationalized stimuli and suggests using different measures to accurately assess empathy levels. The chapter also discusses personality traits commonly associated with those who enjoy horror movies.
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