Keep the Thrills and Chills Going: The Halloween Roundup

Because Halloween weekend isn’t over yet

Halloween is one of my favorite days of the year, and if you’ve been reading my work lately, it’s abundantly clear that this fright night was one of my favorite things to write about in October. In case you missed anything, below is a roundup of the Halloween-themed (or just plain scary!) articles I’ve written lately.

Quickie: Perceptions of Attractiveness Linked to Horror Movie Reactions

Horror movies can be a good choice for your date night, but the way you react may determine the future of your relationship.

The Oedipus and ‘The Exorcist’

Many of us agree that The Exorcist is one of the scariest things ever committed to film, but did you know that it can also be seen as a commentary on divorce?

Quickie: Are You Dating a Psychopath?

Not just a Halloween warning, this is one characteristic of a psychopath that people should pay close attention to.

Quickie: Do Horror Movies Make You Horny?

Does a good horror movie make you want to get bumped in the night? Sex experts explain why.

4 Sexy Halloween Costumes to Express Your Hidden Desires

What did you wear on Halloween? Did you know that your costume can be an expression of your desires? Here are four examples of how.

5 Psychological Reasons We Love Sexy Halloween Costumes

We know that sexy costumes are a staple of Halloween, but did you know that they fulfill certain psychological purposes? Five sex experts tell me what they are.

Horny Halloweeners Busted

Here’s what happens when Halloweeners get horny…and a rap sheet.

5 Love Lessons From ‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown has been a favorite of mine since childhood, but it also includes some great lessons about love for adults.

Why Your Scary Movie Date Night May Send You to an Exorcist

Although watching scary movies can be a bonding experience when we go on dates, if they involve exorcisms, they may have unintended effects.

Boo! 4 Scary Noises to Avoid in Your Relationship

Creepy noises can cause jump scares that are fun when watching horror movies, but when it comes to your relationship, some scary noises should be avoided.

5 Traits of a Sex Partner Horror Story

On Halloween, we all love scary stories in our head, but do we really want them in our bed? Here are five sex partner horror stories that you definitely don’t want bumping you in the night.

5 Scary Urban Legends of Coupling Gone Wrong

These urban legends will make you want to stay single.