Isolation is a common theme. Many people were stuck alone or away from their loved ones, like those in quarantine facilities. It led to a lot of mental distress.
The overwhelmed healthcare system is another theme. Hospitals being full, shortages of medical supplies, and overworked medical staff. I heard of a doctor who worked 20 - hour shifts just to try and keep up with the influx of patients. It was a real horror scenario within the medical community.
One of the scariest stories might be about the isolation during the pandemic. People locked in their homes, fearing the unseen virus, with the world outside becoming a desolate and menacing place.
One common theme is the fear of the unknown. Many horror stories play on things that are not fully understood, like strange noises in the dark or unexplained disappearances. Another theme is the threat of death. Characters often face life - threatening situations, which heightens the tension. Also, the idea of the supernatural, such as ghosts, vampires, or witches, is frequently used to terrify readers.
Another theme might be isolation. In horror, being alone in a spooky situation can be very frightening. So the stories in this book could explore the terror of being isolated in a haunted place or cut off from help. Also, the idea of the unknown could be a theme. When we don't know what's lurking in the shadows or around the corner, it creates a sense of fear.
One common theme is the feeling of helplessness. People try different products but still can't get rid of lice easily.
One common theme is over - regulation. For example, restrictions on home improvements like changing the color of the roof or adding a small porch. Another theme is financial pressure. HOAs can levy large fines for minor infractions, which can put homeowners in a difficult financial situation. And also lack of communication, where HOAs make decisions without proper consultation with the homeowners.
Another theme is misidentification. Like the story I mentioned before about using a toxic plant instead of an herb. People might mistake one ingredient for another, which can lead to horrible consequences when it comes to eating.
One common theme is the loss of progress. This can be due to hacking, like in the story where a player lost all their items. Another theme is bad community experiences, such as being bullied in a guild. And then there are the technical glitches that can turn the game into a horror show, like the one where the player had issues in the haunted - themed area.
Isolation is a common theme. People were separated from their loved ones when they were sick or dying, like in hospitals. Another is financial stress. The cost of treatment, especially in places without good insurance coverage, was a huge burden.
Mechanical failures are a common theme. Things like engine problems, transmission issues as I mentioned before.
One common theme is being alone in a spooky or isolated place. For example, officers on night duty in abandoned buildings often face this. Another theme is the appearance of unexplained apparitions or strange noises that defy logical explanation.