Book 2, Question 32
Why Do We Feel Scared?
We feel scared because fear is a built-in alarm that helps us react to things that might be dangerous.
Have you ever jumped when a door slammed, or felt your heart race in the dark? That is fear! Fear is a body alarm, and it helps to keep you safe.
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Quick answers
Are people born with fear?
Yes. We are born with a sense of fear so we can react to danger.
How can you get over a fear?
One of the best ways is to learn about the thing you fear.
Sources: KidsHealth (Nemours), National Geographic
From the book
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More fun facts
- Everyone has fear. It is built into all of us to help protect us.
- We are born with a sense of fear so we can react to things that might be dangerous.
- What scares one person might be no big deal to someone else.
- KidsHealth asked more than 1,700 kids about their fears.
- One of the best ways to get over a fear is to learn more about it.
- When a scare is safe, like a haunted house, getting through it can feel like a victory.
Sources: KidsHealth (Nemours), National Geographic
Questions kids ask
Why do some people like being scared?
When the scare is safe, getting through it can feel like a win, and the body's rush can feel exciting.