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Jump Scare: Why We Jump, Scream and Stream the Shock
That heart-stopping moment when the lights go quiet, the music fades… and BAM something pops out and you scream. Jump scares are everywhere this Halloween season, from TikTok pranks and horror games to films that lean into our fear reflex.
In this episode of Trending Unpacked, we explore the psychology behind jump scares, why they keep evolving in media and social platforms, and what they reveal about our readiness to be startled.
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By Cast Central StudioThat heart-stopping moment when the lights go quiet, the music fades… and BAM something pops out and you scream. Jump scares are everywhere this Halloween season, from TikTok pranks and horror games to films that lean into our fear reflex.
In this episode of Trending Unpacked, we explore the psychology behind jump scares, why they keep evolving in media and social platforms, and what they reveal about our readiness to be startled.