If You Watch Horror Movies Often, Your Brain Has Already Confronted Death

In the moments before you die, your body does some incredible things, most of which center around brain function. Thousands of neurons fire in an attempt to save you, and to send signals to the rest of your body when death is inevitable.

Check out the video below to get a clearer picture of what you’ll see just as you’re about to die. As it turns out, you can trigger these responses whenever you want by watching your favorite horror film.

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This visceral response could explain why we’re so addicted to scary movies. I guess they really do bring the terror.