Ghosts and monsters might give us a scare, but real life has its own horrors, and they’re often much harder to escape.
Redditors recently shared what they believe are the most terrifying things that actually exist. From devastating diseases and mental health struggles to the threat of nuclear war, their answers paint a chilling picture of the fears that keep us up at night.
You’ll find their most haunting picks below—and who knows, you might even want to add your own.