Why Do Some Brains Enjoy Fear?

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What is the main caution Dr. Margee Kerr has regarding young people and haunted houses?

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The fright they experience may create lasting bad memories.

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What feeling do many people commonly experience after a frightening event like a haunted house?

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Confidence.

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What was the outcome of Baby Albert's conditioning experiment?

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He was conditioned to be afraid of white rabbits.

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What is the purpose of reasoning in an argument?

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To support the claim, explain the significance of the evidence, and make the reader/listener think.

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What is the psychological term for the enjoyment of fear?

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Sensation-seeking.

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How does fear affect the brain's chemistry?

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Fear triggers the release of adrenaline and other chemicals that can create a feeling of excitement.

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What is the difference between fear and anxiety?

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Fear is a response to a specific threat, while anxiety is a general feeling of apprehension about potential future threats.

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What role does the amygdala play in fear responses?

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The amygdala processes emotions and is critical for the fear response.

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What is the concept of 'exposure therapy'?

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A psychological treatment that helps people confront their fears in a controlled environment.

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What is the term for the phenomenon where people feel joy after experiencing fear?

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Post-fear euphoria.