What are some of the scariest psychological horror stories?

Sure. 'The Shining' is quite famous. Jack Torrance's slow descent into madness while staying in the isolated Overlook Hotel with his family is really scary. The hotel seems to have a life of its own and influences Jack to turn on his own family. Another one is 'Psycho'. Norman Bates' split personality and his actions in the Bates Motel are the stuff of nightmares. The shower scene is iconic in horror history.

Some really scary horror stories include 'The Monkey's Paw'. It shows how a simple wish - granting item can bring about great horror as every wish comes with a tragic consequence. Then there's 'It' by Stephen King. A shape - shifting monster that preys on children in a small town is a terrifying idea. Also, the short story 'The Lottery' is quite disturbing. It seems like a normal small - town lottery at first, but then the true and cruel nature of it is revealed.

Well, 'Pet Sematary' is among the scariest. The concept of an ancient burial ground that brings things back wrong is really spooky. 'The Conjuring' series is also known for its scariness. It's based on real - life paranormal investigators, which makes it even more chilling. And then there's 'A Nightmare on Elm Street'. The idea that a killer can enter your dreams and kill you in your sleep is extremely frightening.

One classic is 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. It's about a woman's descent into madness while confined in a room with the titular wallpaper. Another is 'The Tell - Tale Heart' by Edgar Allan Poe. The narrator's obsession and guilt over murdering an old man is deeply disturbing. And 'Rosemary's Baby' by Ira Levin is also well - known. It plays on a woman's fears during her pregnancy as she suspects something is terribly wrong with her unborn child.

One of the scariest true horror stories is about the Bell Witch. In Tennessee in the early 19th century, the Bell family was tormented by a malevolent entity. It would make strange noises, pull people's hair, and even slap them. It targeted especially John Bell, and the events got so bad that it became a well - known case of the paranormal in American history.

One of the scariest true horror stories is the case of the Amityville Horror. A family moved into a house where a brutal murder had occurred. They reported strange noises, slime oozing from the walls, and seeing apparitions. Another is the story of the Bell Witch. It was a malevolent spirit that tormented the Bell family in Tennessee, causing physical harm and psychological distress. And then there's the Dybbuk Box story. A box that was said to be haunted, and those who came into contact with it experienced nightmares, hallucinations, and a general sense of dread.

The story of the cursed painting is also very scary. This painting was bought at an auction by a wealthy man. After he hung it in his study, strange things started to happen. He would hear whispers when he was alone in the room with the painting. His family members also noticed that his appearance was changing, as if he was aging rapidly. When they finally removed the painting from the house, things slowly went back to normal.

One of the scariest moments is when the animatronics suddenly appear in the dark corners. Their glowing eyes and jerky movements are terrifying.

One of the scariest true horror stories is the case of the Amityville Horror. The Lutz family moved into a house where a mass murder had occurred. They reported strange noises, cold spots, and seeing apparitions. Doors would open and close on their own, and there were even hoof - like prints in the snow that seemed to come from nowhere.

Well, in one story, a police team was investigating a haunted house. They had reports of people seeing apparitions. As they walked through the halls, objects started flying at them. One officer was even pushed down the stairs by an unseen force. It was a terrifying encounter that made them question what was really out there.