The Science of Fear: Why Some Seek Danger and Others Don’t | FULL DOCUMENTARY

Why do some people seek out scary experiences, while others avoid fear at all costs? Why does fear spur some to fight and yet leave others frozen? Despite fear being as old as life itself, scientists are discovering new puzzles and new answers about how we humans—and our brains—process this most basic of emotions. Written and directed by Roberto Verdecchia, BE AFRAID: The Science of Fear is a fun, freaky and fact-filled tour into the latest research on whether we have built-in fears, why some people approach danger while others avoid it, and the dramatic treatments freeing some people of their phobias. We travel through the strange and exciting places where fearless researchers dare to tread: haunted houses, horror video games, motocross stunt tracks, and full-on VR labs. If a “cure for fear” really has been discovered in the Netherlands, should we all live without fear? A mysterious woman who can’t feel fear reveals what that is actually like. Through an intriguing mix of experiment and old-school scare tactics, scientists are learning how this most primal of emotions can help us overcome obstacles, stay safe in the midst of danger, and even—can you imagine?—find peace. So sit down, turn on all the lights, lock all the doors, and enjoy the show. Documentary: Be Afraid : The Science of Fear Directed by: Roberto Verdecchia Production: 90th Parallel Productions (2020) #documentary #freedocumentary #documentary #scienceoffear #psychology #humanbrain #neuroscience #fear #phobias #humanbehavior #science #mind #psychologydocumentary #brainscience