3 reasons to see a horror movie. Horror movies can be good for the psyche

3 reasons to see a horror movie. Horror movies can be good for the psyche

Anna Kuzicheva

Anna Kuzicheva

Why do we watch horror movies

The thrill is not the only thing you can get after a “scary” session.

Anna Kuzicheva
psychologist, expert of the welness platform level3mind

Why do we watch horror movies and how do they affect the psyche?

“In a black, black city….” – remember these scary stories from childhood? We grew up, scare stories under the blanket have been replaced by horror movies. Why do so many people enjoy being scared in front of a screen so much and how safe is this hobby?

In most cases, the love for horror movies is due to subconscious processes of the psyche.

Structuring

Fear loses its power when it has a “name.” An anxiety disorder and some types of depression often don’t have a clear focus. Sometimes we can not say what exactly frightens us, because of what caused the anxiety.

And this is an additional stress on the psyche. It is much easier to be afraid of something specific. Horror film allows you to “name” the fear, to concretize it.

Are horror movies not harmful to the psyche?

How do you feel after watching scary movies? If you are distracted, calmed down or your feelings have not changed in any way – be afraid at the screen as much as you want. But if after the credits your mood worsens, your anxiety increases, your brain starts obsessively throwing unpleasant memories – this genre is not for you. Save your health.

Watching horror movies has a positive impact, but no movie will not replace a full-fledged psychological help or psychotherapy in cases where it is needed.

Otherwise, the fascination with horror movies is no different than the love of other genres. Movies are a form of art, and it is known to often help you understand yourself better.

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