BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Halloween is just a few weeks away and Dr. Corey Gonzales, a local clinical psychologist, joined 17 News at Sunrise for a spooky Mindful Monday to talk about the psychology of the holiday. Engaging with scary stories, scary movies, haunted houses, or even trick-o-treating can often bring forth suppressed emotions such as fear, anxiety, or uncertainty. As a result, this brings us to deal with our hidden emotions head-on, ultimately triggering the fight or flight response. As Dr. Corey Gonzales said, "The back part of the brain releases all the fight or flight chemicals while the front part of your brain releases dopamine and endorphins." Psychologically, fear is important because in a safe and controlled environment, experiencing fear head-on can help an individual build tolerance for future circumstances, Dr. Gonzales said. Watch the full segment in the video player above for more information.