Learn from their mistake

Traumatizing young children has never been easier.
Here are five humorous reasons why scary movies might be inappropriate for 12-year-olds:

"The Bedtime Boogeyman Bonanza": Watching scary movies might turn bedtime into a battle against imaginary monsters lurking in the closet and under the bed. Forget about counting sheep; they'll be counting zombies instead!

"The Nightmare Neighbor Nuisance": After watching a particularly spooky flick, every shadow, creak, and rustle in the night becomes a potential threat. Your neighbors will love the late-night visits when your kid insists on sleeping with all the lights on!

"The Haunted House Party Pooper": Hosting a sleepover with friends after watching a scary movie might seem like a fun idea, but it could quickly turn into a ghost-hunting expedition with pillow forts and blankets barricading the doors.

"The Paranormal Parental Panic": Nothing strikes fear into the hearts of parents quite like a 12-year-old who's just watched a horror movie. Every bump in the night will have them jumping out of their skin, convinced that the house is haunted or that there's a monster in the closet.

"The Terrifying Toilet Time": After watching a scary movie, even the most mundane activities can become spine-tingling experiences. Your 12-year-old might find themselves sprinting down the hallway after using the bathroom, convinced that something is lurking in the shower curtain.