Halloween: Frightfully Fun and Safely Done
As porch lights flicker on and pumpkins glow across Utah County, Halloween casts its familiar spell. Children pull on costumes, neighbors open their doors, and the air fills with laughter, sugar, and just a hint of fear.
For many, that tiny dose of fear is precisely what makes Halloween so thrilling.
Psychologists explain that our love of spooky fun runs deeper than haunted houses and ghost stories — it’s rooted in how our brains process fear itself.
When people experience fright in a safe, controlled way, the body releases adrenaline and dopamine, the same chemicals that create excitement. This “safe fear” helps both children and adults practice courage, empathy, and problem-solving.
Author's summary: Halloween brings fun and fear together safely.
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