Horror movies can actually make you horny — Here’s the fun fix

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Berk, C. (2026, October 28). Horror movies can actually make you horny — Here’s the fun fix. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/28/lifestyle/horror-movies-can-increase-libido-these-sex-toys-do-something-about-it/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-28 · by Carrie Berk

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Certified sex therapist Brianna Makówka explains how horror movies can trigger sexual arousal due to shared physiological responses like increased heart rate and adrenaline release. These sensations activate the brain's arousal-processing region, making fear and excitement feel similar. The article suggests enhancing intimate experiences with horror films using various sex toys and accessories, including a finger vibrator, warming lube, adult position cards, and other devices designed for pleasure.
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Certified sex therapist Brianna Makówka explains that watching horror movies can actually increase sexual arousal due to the body's physiological response to fear. October 28, 2026, saw an article in the New York Post discussing how fear and sexual arousal activate similar nervous system pathways, leading to increased adrenaline, heart rate, and pupil dilation. Makówka notes that this response is common as the brain’s threat response triggers dopamine and norepinephrine release, which also contribute to sexual arousal. The article suggests viewers might feel unexpectedly turned on while watching scary movies like "Scream" or "Get Out." This sensation is natural and can be heightened in horror films due to their intense emotional impact, similar to the sensations experienced during a BDSM scene.

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Carrie Berk
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“The same nervous system pathway responsible for increased adrenaline, a racing heart, and dilated pupils is linked to the arousal-processing region in the brain that registers a threat response and the release of dopamine and norepinephrine,” she explained.
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🔮 “We experience changes in our bodies like shallow breathing, bracing in anticipation, and unexpectedly, we might feel turned on in the same moment,” she continued.
2026-10-28 · New York Post
Horror movies can actually make you horny — Here’s the fun fix · assertive framing

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October has us queuing up Halloween movies galore. asserted
us → have → movies
As you’re cuddling up under the covers to watch “Scream” or “Get Out,” consider this: do the scary skeletons and ghouls have you suddenly feeling…sexual? asserted
you → cuddle → this
But the sensation is actually normal, per certified sex therapist Brianna Makówka, as the body-brain connection is stronger than you think. asserted
you → certify → therapist
“The same nervous system pathway responsible for increased adrenaline, a racing heart, and dilated pupils is linked to the arousal-processing region in the brain that registers a threat response and the release of dopamine and norepinephrine,” she explained. asserted
she → increase → dopamine
“In essence, fear and sexual arousal can feel like the exact same body sensation.” asserted
fear → feel → sensation
Horror movies, in particular, trigger an excitatory arousal response, per Makówka. asserted
movies → trigger → Makówka
“We experience changes in our bodies like shallow breathing, bracing in anticipation, and unexpectedly, we might feel turned on in the same moment,” she continued. uncertain
she → experience → moment
“This is also why some people can enjoy, and find arousal in, the intense sensations derived from a kink or BDSM scene. asserted
people → enjoy → scene
Next time you’re planning sexy time, accompany your adventure with a horror film — and one of these fa-boo-lous sex toys. asserted
you → plan → toys
This Post readers’ favorite is an intuitive finger vibrator intended to be a natural extension of your hand. asserted
favorite → intend → hand
It’s made out of medical-grade silicone and runs at five intensity levels, up to one hour at the highest setting. asserted
It → make → setting
It emits a unique warming and tingling sensation upon applying just a small dab. asserted
It → emit → dab
Each vibration setting has a different color and pattern so you can easily keep track of your favorite pleasure modes. asserted
you → have → modes
Men, this one’s for you. asserted
one → ’ → you
This heated stroker is equipped with powerful vibrations and a textured interior sleeve designed to enhance pleasure. asserted
stroker → equip → pleasure
Channeling your seductive nature can actually start in the bathtub. asserted
Channeling → channel → bathtub
This sensual spa product is formulated with jasmine and ylang-ylang to boost confidence, as well as clary sage oil to amplify overall well-being. asserted
product → formulate → being
This article was written by Carrie Berk, Commerce Reporter for the New York Post. asserted
article → write → Post
Carrie specializes in New York City-ready fashion finds for every style, age and budget. asserted
Carrie → specialize → style
Combing the internet’s sale sections, brand collaborations, seasonal trends, timeless staples and lookalike styles, she makes recommendations that stand the test of time in your wardrobe – without breaking the bank. asserted
that → comb → bank
Before joining The Post full time in 2026, her work appeared in HuffPost, Women’s Health, Newsweek and more. asserted
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