Why Do Horror Movies Make You Horny? You May Be “Sexy Scared”

This Refinery 29 article by Molly Longman explains the phenomena of getting turned on when scared. Perfect for spook season ;) Find an excerpt below, then the full piece here:

“There’s nothing sexy about watching scared teenagers get slaughtered on the big screen. However, scary movies can be a turn on for many people. In most cases, it’s not that they’re hot for Freddy Krueger or the gore that comes with him — it’s science. So, trust us, there’s no need to feel weird about your vagina throbbing during Friday the 13th or the new It movie. You’re not alone. Your horror-induced horniness has a lot to do with your body’s physiological response to fear, explains Dr. Holly Richmond, PhD, a somatic psychologist and certified sex therapist.”