But as it turns out, horror movies are more than just entertainment.
In fact, they might even be good for you And theres science to back it up!
Watching horror movies can help you reduce overall stress levels, by developing coping mechanisms to handle everyday anxieties.
During a stressful film, we are intentionally exposing ourselves to anxiety producing stimuli.
We usually dont engage in the same unhealthy coping mechanisms that we utilize in real life.
We learn how to manage the stress in the moment.
This practice can translate to helping us manage everyday stressors and fears.
This means that your moviegoing experience does more than provide you short-term entertainment.
It can also help you tackle stressful situations in the long run.
Ghostface terrorizing the town of Woodsboro is undoubtedly scary. But watching horror movies can actually help you manage stress long-term.
Horror Films Are All About Community
When watching movies in the theater, you never feel alone.
Even though youre sitting in the dark, youre surrounded by other people.
Even when youre on the edge of your seat, youre in this together.
Sidney Prescott returns to Woodsboro in Scream (2022)
Youre also relieving stress in a safe environment.
Youre giving yourself the chance to unwind.
Youre deciding that yes, you deserve to have some real fun!
Screamis only in theaters on January 14, 2022.
Check out the trailer below and gettickets here.
