Short Wave When A Listener Calls...
Nov 1, 2019
Dive into the intriguing psychology behind why some people crave scary experiences. A psychology professor reveals how our brains may be wired to seek thrills, leading to a fascination with haunted houses and horror films. Discover the contrast between high sensation seekers and those who prefer a gentler approach to fear, and how various factors like age and environment influence these behaviors. Get ready to explore the unique hormones that kick in during thrilling moments!
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Listener's Scary Curiosity
- Listener Charlotte Decker loves Halloween and scary experiences like horror films and haunted houses.
- She wonders why people willingly seek out such fear-inducing entertainment.
High Sensation Seekers
- Some individuals, known as high sensation seekers, crave intense experiences.
- They willingly take physical and social risks for these thrills.
Physiology of Thrill Seekers
- High sensation seekers manage chaos effectively, potentially due to physiological traits.
- They produce more dopamine (pleasure) and less cortisol (stress) in intense situations.
