Are We Born With Fear?

The video explores why cats are scared of cucumbers, debunking the myth of innate fear and suggesting it's due to unexpected objects. It transitions to human fears, discussing innate fears like falling and loud noises, supported by the visual cliff experiment. The video also covers recent research on the fear of spiders, noting increased arousal in babies. Understanding these fears is crucial for addressing mental health issues like PTSD.

What was the outcome of the visual cliff experiment with babies?

What did the recent study by scientists from the Max Planck Institute focus on?

Why is understanding our fears valuable for modern humans?