In human history, fear kept us safe. It helped us flee from predators. Anxiety made us wary of potential dangers — like venturing into a known lion-infested area. But what happens when these feelings ...

A creepy clown and a chainsaw-wielding maniac lurking in the dark corners of a haunted house can truly frighten some people. For thrill seekers, however, the fear is an essential part of the fun ...

From creepy clowns to classic slashers during the Halloween season, the fascination with fear is everywhere. But why do ...

Like haunted houses? Scientists do. That's because they're an excellent place to study how humans respond to — and actively seek out — fear. "Typically when we study things in the lab, we're exposing ...