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Scary Survival Instinct Infographics

'The Anatomy of Fear' Tells a Terrifying Tale

— October 26, 2011 — Special
Halloween is widely recognized as one of the scariest times of the year for North Americans, but terrifying times are not reserved for just the month of October, as 'The Anatomy of Fear' expresses. Created by Sortable.com, the illustrated graph explains what "fear" really is, and delves deep into the many reasons individuals might feel this spooky sensation, from odd phobias to haunted Halloween theme parks.

As a lover of horror films, I'm happy to see that this chilling chart explains why certain people enjoy being scared, using medical research and neurological evidence. I'm even more pleased to find that, though there are 1200 "haunted" attractions in the US, there are 3000 charity Halloween attractions, proving that sometimes it pays to be spooked!

Whether you welcome scary Halloween festivities with open arms, or you prefer to skip out on the haunting holiday, 'The Anatomy of Fear' is one eerie infographic you can't miss!
Trend Themes
1. Psychological Fear - The trend shows the importance of understanding what causes different types of fear and anxieties, thereby presenting opportunities for services that provide psychological support and therapy.
2. Halloween-themed Tourism - The surge towards charity Halloween attractions over scary ones calls for tourism companies or event planners to create experiences that combine entertainment with charity causes, thereby creating meaningful experiences for customers.
3. Technology-driven Safety Measures - The Anatomy of Fear infographic shows how technology has advanced in creating safety measures in Halloween themed parks. This presents opportunities for tech innovators and event planners to create tech-enhanced safety systems for different types of events and industries.
Industry Implications
1. Mental Health Industry - The trend on understanding different types of fear provides opportunities for mental health practitioners to create programs to help individuals better understand and cope with their fears.
2. Event Planning Industry - The event industry can use insights from the trend on Halloween-themed tourism to create immersive experiences or incorporate a charitable component in their events to attract customers looking for more than just entertainment.
3. Amusement Park Industry - The trend towards technology-driven safety measures in the Halloween industry presents a huge opportunity for amusement parks to integrate technology that ensures safety and enhances the overall experience of visitors to their parks.
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