Books: When Your Child Watches Horror Movies

The question of when it is appropriate to let a child watch horror movies can surprisingly be linked to the development of empathy. Coltan Scrivner, in his book "Morbid Curiosity," argues that watching horror movies or true crime series can be a way for viewers to develop empathy for the victims depicted in this content. The author suggests that there is a connection between the interest in dark themes and the ability to identify with others' suffering. This perspective contrasts with the traditional view that the consumption of horror content is merely morbid or harmful for younger audiences.