The concept "Morbid curiosity exists to help us survive" is also the title of Coltan Scrivner's book. The article presents an interview with this behavioral scientist on the topic.
Scrivner explains why people seek out scary stories and demonstrate interest in violent situations. His research addresses the phenomenon of morbid curiosity and what lies behind this human attraction to dark content.
The book explores the idea that morbid curiosity may have an adaptive function, potentially helping us survive by preparing us mentally for real-world threats and dangers.
