Film and Pen

Fear

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A person sits in an armchair, their reflection in a mirror showing a monstrous figure behind them, symbolizing the psychological allure of horror.
Books

Why Do We Love Horror? Exploring Its Psychological and Cultural Appeal

While watching a horror film, your heart rate can spike, breathing quickens, and you might even feel nauseous, yet millions actively seek out this physical discomfort for entertainment.

Amelia Frost·August 19, 2026
An AI influencer spreading fear and misinformation about artificial intelligence to an anxious crowd, with apocalyptic imagery in the background.
Creators

AI doom influencers are distorting public fears, costing us progress.

A recent survey found 60% of the public believes AI will lead to human extinction or societal collapse within the next century, a perception largely shaped by viral social media posts and sci-fi trope

Julian Mercer·April 20, 2026