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The zombies, vampires, ghosts and goblins are gearing up to give people a good scare on their big night, Halloween. Even ahead of All Hallows’ Eve, people are spooking themselves with a trip to a haunted house or to see a scary movie. But why is it that many of us enjoy the feeling of fear all in good fun? Experts from UofL Health – Peace Hospital explore reasons why playing with fear and suspense may be eerie-sistable for you Halloween lovers.