What Happens to your Brain and Body When you are Scared?

Last year around this time, we wrote about how to deal with the disappointment of Halloween being canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

This year, many of us are looking forward to a spookier Halloween with some more traditional trick-or-treat options and maybe even some Covid-friendly Haunted Houses. After a majorly modified Halloween last year, we are more than ready for a big scare factor– right?!

That got us thinking about what exactly happens to our brain and body when we feel scared. And why it can be helpful for everyone to understand how this important emotion works.

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Will Halloween Be Cancelled? Helping Your Child Cope with Big Emotions this Halloween

The burning question asked by parents across the country in September this year was: “when will my child be back in the classroom?” Not far behind was: “will Halloween be canceled!?” Many areas across the US will be expected to celebrate this spooky holiday a little different this year. Some counties and towns have put restrictions on trick-or-treating and are asking families to socialize only with members of their own household. Whether your local guidelines and personal decision involves trick-or-treating, outdoor costume parades, small gatherings, or a scary movie with the members of your household, one thing is for sure – parents are feeling stressed about how to deal with Halloween 2020.

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