Category: Horror

According to a study published in *Human Communication Research*, some horror fans derive pleasure from the genre by identifying with victims and enjoying suspense. This phenomenon raises a fascinating and somewhat unnerving question: can the pursuit of monstrous, terrifying experiences become a form of addiction? For many, the thrill is a momentary distraction, but for others, the chemical response to fear—the adrenaline and dopamine—might create a dependence that mirrors other addictive behaviors.

The character Renfield is so iconic that his specific affliction inspired a psychological term, 'Renfield Syndrome,' for clinical vampirism. So, what is the diet of Renfield in Bram Stoker's classic novel *Dracula* and its adaptations? His consuming of living creatures is rooted in a deluded desire to absorb their life force, not just for basic sustenance.