It’s O.K. to be scared of mild horror movies. If someone teases you, just say, “Isn’t everyone afraid once in a while?” Then change the subject. Hope it helps!
-Andrea, age 11, Colorado
If someone makes fun of you for having a different opinion, are they really your friend? I have a friend who likes a really scary movie that I don’t like, but she is O.K. with that. Remember—people have different tastes, and it’s O.K. if you don’t like those kinds of movies.
-Annalise, age 10, Minnesota
I freak out over anything that jumps out at me! Tell anyone who makes fun of you that you’re not a chicken for having your own opinion. If your friends want to watch a scary movie, suggest a different activity that would be fun for everyone to do.
-Courtney, age 11, California
Before you go to a movie, ask another friend who has seen it what she thought about it. If you’re sure you want to see it, then see it. If you think you might like to try it, rent it when it comes out on DVD. This way you can stop the movie if it gets too scary.
-Emma, age 12, Oklahoma
You know what’s right for you, so stick to it. If a movie scares you, don’t watch it. Don’t let one girl’s teasing intimidate you.
-Kelsi, age 11, Colorado
Next time you watch a scary movie, think of how cool it would be to play a role in that movie. If you pretend that you are playing a part, it won’t seem so scary. If someone wants to watch a scary movie and you don’t, tell her that you aren’t comfortable. If she is a true friend, she’ll understand.
-Danielle, age 11, Maryland
Tell a trusted friend that you get scared during horror movies. When other people want to put on a scary movie, your friend will be there to back you up.
-Aubrey, age 12, Pennsylvania
I am afraid of scary movies, too. I try to think about how fake everything in the movie is. You can also tell a friend, “This movie scares me. Can we watch something else?”
-Allison, age 11, California
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