Coltan Scrivner
@morbidpsych.bsky.social
Behavioral Scientist at The Recreational Fear Lab at Aarhus University and Department of Psychology at ASU▪️ Author▪️ Expert on morbid curiosity, true crime, and horror
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Thanks @morbidpsych.bsky.social for always confirming that our love of scary films does NOT mean we're psychos. Read his new study in J Media Psych, finding "Enjoyment of Horror Media Is Not Related to Lower Empathy or Compassion." #horror
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www.coltanscrivner.com/publications
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www.coltanscrivner.com/publications
Publications
Academic publications on morbid curiosity and horror
www.coltanscrivner.com
January 8, 2024 at 2:41 PM
Thanks @morbidpsych.bsky.social for always confirming that our love of scary films does NOT mean we're psychos. Read his new study in J Media Psych, finding "Enjoyment of Horror Media Is Not Related to Lower Empathy or Compassion." #horror
doi.org/10.1027/1864...
www.coltanscrivner.com/publications
doi.org/10.1027/1864...
www.coltanscrivner.com/publications
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The bizarre paradox of horror's appeal—we actually want to have disturbing and upsetting experiences—may have an evolutionary explanation. Athena Aktipis and @morbidpsych.bsky.social, er, unearth what recent research has to say: buff.ly/3QqXYte
The Evolutionary Reasons We Are Drawn to Horror Movies and Haunted Houses
Scary play lets people—and other animals—rehearse coping skills for disturbing challenges in the real world
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November 1, 2023 at 6:25 PM
The bizarre paradox of horror's appeal—we actually want to have disturbing and upsetting experiences—may have an evolutionary explanation. Athena Aktipis and @morbidpsych.bsky.social, er, unearth what recent research has to say: buff.ly/3QqXYte
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The zombie apocalypse is a useful metaphor for disaster preparedness. So what can we learn?
"Halloween advice: Prepare for the zombie apocalypse," by Bulletin editors @erik-english.bsky.social and @gaulkin.bsky.social ⬇️
"Halloween advice: Prepare for the zombie apocalypse," by Bulletin editors @erik-english.bsky.social and @gaulkin.bsky.social ⬇️
Halloween advice: Prepare for the zombie apocalypse
The zombie apocalypse is a useful metaphor for disaster preparedness at the local, national, and international level.
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October 31, 2023 at 6:32 PM
The zombie apocalypse is a useful metaphor for disaster preparedness. So what can we learn?
"Halloween advice: Prepare for the zombie apocalypse," by Bulletin editors @erik-english.bsky.social and @gaulkin.bsky.social ⬇️
"Halloween advice: Prepare for the zombie apocalypse," by Bulletin editors @erik-english.bsky.social and @gaulkin.bsky.social ⬇️
Zombies Love brains, and our brains love zombies. Here's why:
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Zombies Love Brains, and Brains Love Zombies
The science behind their undying appeal
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October 16, 2023 at 4:14 AM
Zombies Love brains, and our brains love zombies. Here's why:
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October 14, 2023 at 8:37 PM
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Warning: a very, VERY addictive website detailing medieval homicides in London, Oxford and York - maps, stories, stats and all.
Such a beautifully executed (pun intended) project. medievalmurdermap.co.uk
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Such a beautifully executed (pun intended) project. medievalmurdermap.co.uk
💀🗡️🎓
October 6, 2023 at 1:56 PM
Warning: a very, VERY addictive website detailing medieval homicides in London, Oxford and York - maps, stories, stats and all.
Such a beautifully executed (pun intended) project. medievalmurdermap.co.uk
💀🗡️🎓
Such a beautifully executed (pun intended) project. medievalmurdermap.co.uk
💀🗡️🎓
Why do we find some things creepy? Find out in my chat with BBC Bitesize
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October 3, 2023 at 8:23 PM
Why do we find some things creepy? Find out in my chat with BBC Bitesize
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/art...
www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/art...
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New Substack:
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September 26, 2023 at 11:48 PM
New Substack:
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Great discussion about true crime at the Leeds International Festival of Ideas this weekend, featuring voices from science, journalism, law enforcement, acting, and personal experience.
September 30, 2023 at 11:28 PM
Great discussion about true crime at the Leeds International Festival of Ideas this weekend, featuring voices from science, journalism, law enforcement, acting, and personal experience.