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Why We Find Fear Thrilling

Dr Alvin Ng, Clinical Psychologist

30-Oct-20 14:00

Why We Find Fear Thrilling

Considering the world is living through an actual horror movie known as the COVID-19 pandemic, it's baffling why there are people who would choose to pay money for scary experiences. We investigate why some people enjoy being frightened out of their skin, and why others don’t.

Image Source: San Antonio Express-News

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Juliet Jacobs, Lim Sue Ann, Dashran Yohan


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