Read this passage from an article titled "Thrills and Chills":

A lot of people love to be scared. Some like scary rides or skydiving. Others go to haunted houses or monster movies. Why do people go out of their way to get a fright? Experts say that, for some people, looking for thrills makes sense. Fear is the emotion we feel when we are in danger. It causes chemicals to flow through the body. As a result, our hearts beat faster. We sweat. We feel alert. Those reactions helped people stay alive long ago. If they saw a hungry wild animal, for example, they would be ready to fight or run away.

People seek out thrills and scares because it triggers the body's fight or flight response, releasing adrenaline and making them feel more alive and alert. The rush of fear can be addictive for some individuals who enjoy the temporary feeling of danger and excitement. This primal response to fear is ingrained in human biology, dating back to when our ancestors needed to quickly react to potential threats in order to survive. Nowadays, seeking out thrills and scares may be a way for people to experience a controlled version of that primitive response in a safe and controlled environment.