StoryNote logo

If we get goosebumps to straighten hairs to make ourselves appear bigger when frightened, why do we get them when cold, or when thinking about something nostalgic? I can pretty much get them on command thinking about certain good memories or listening to Sweden or some old pokémon songs.

by /u/Piranha_Plant05 in /r/askscience

Upvotes: 1

Favorite this post:
Mark as read:
Your rating:
Add this post to a custom list

StoryNote©

Reddit is a registered trademark of Reddit, Inc. Use of this trademark on our website does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by Reddit, Inc.