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On resilience, the pandemic, and the surprising benefits of consuming horror fiction

October 19, 2021June 14, 2022
by Steven Beattie

“By scaring you in your seat without actually posing a threat, you have the opportunity to practice your emotion regulation skills, particularly with regard to fear.”

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