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

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 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 ⬇️

Zombies Love brains, and our brains love zombies. Here's why: coltanscrivner.substack.com/p/zombies-lo...

Why are zombies so popular? A few thoughts: coltanscrivner.substack.com/p/zombies-lo...

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 💀🗡️🎓

Why do we find some things creepy? Find out in my chat with BBC Bitesize www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/art...

New Substack: open.substack.com/pub/paulbloo...

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.