psychological
Mind games taken way too far; explore the disturbing genre of psychological thrillers that make us question our perception of sanity and reality.
Crocodile's Dreams
“I had that dream again.” I said. “Which one is that?” “The one where I’m back at Saint Joseph’s.” “The rehab facility? You haven’t been there in over ten years.” Dr. Stuart paused, allowing the silence to be filled with the ticking of his ornate fish clock and our collective breathing. “Why do you think you’re having dreams of Saint Joseph’s?” The good doctor finally said.
By Desirae Anayaabout a year ago in Horror
The Silent Agony: A Portrait of Resistance and Loss
In a world overrun by noise—of war, of politics, of relentless chatter on digital screens—sometimes, a photograph tells the story louder than a thousand voices. The image before us is one such visual parable. It speaks in muted tones, in earth-stained fabric and blood-drenched wool. The woman depicted does not scream, does not reach out, does not protest. Yet everything about her—the closed eyes, the tension in her brow, the soft lines of her face frozen in fatigue or final rest—screams volumes.
By Fazal Malikabout a year ago in Horror
Names of Honor and the Tragedy in Balochistan
Balochistan’s Names of Honor and a Recent Tragedy Balochistan, a region rich in tradition and steeped in tribal values, has long upheld a cultural system that places honor—ghairat—at the core of personal and social identity. Within this code, the concept of “name” (naal) or honor (izzat) often determines an individual's reputation, familial pride, and community standing. However, the weight of this honor can, and often does, lead to tragic consequences.
By Fazal Malikabout a year ago in Horror
The Whispering Window
It was a cold September evening when Anna arrived at the cottage. She had never liked old houses. But this one — tucked in a forgotten European village — belonged to her late grandmother. The family wanted her to stay for two days, collect important documents, and prepare the house for sale.
By Muhammad Abuzar Badshah about a year ago in Horror
I Bought a Haunted Doll Off a Livestream
I’ve always had a strange relationship with fear. I don’t flinch at horror movies, I laugh at haunted house stories, and I’ve always thought that people who claim “spirits followed them home” were either lying or needed help. I thought I was immune.
By Mehtab Ahmadabout a year ago in Horror
The Man Behind the Bathroom Mirror: A True Account of Terror
I moved into the apartment on Oak Street because it was cheap—too cheap for a place in the middle of town. It wasn’t fancy, but it was mine. A one-bedroom with an old-fashioned bathroom and a cracked medicine cabinet mirror that looked like it hadn’t been replaced in decades. I didn’t mind. At least, not at first.
By Manisha Jamesabout a year ago in Horror
