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Six Things We're Born to Fear

It's no accident that glowing eyes around a campfire make our hearts jump: Some fears are the lingering result of natural selection.

When you’re overcome with fear, it’s not adrenaline making you want to fight or flee.Credit: Master1305/Shutterstock

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