It's actually quite a common reaction to certain terrifying experiences. Why that is, is still up in the air. One theory is that when "we are at risk of being overwhelmed by our emotions—either positive or negative—expressing the opposite emotion can have a dampening effect and restore emotional balance" More here: htt…

Ah, I just binge-watched all the episodes and it's a lot. Great performances and compelling storylines but better served in small doses, I guess. It's too bleak otherwise.

Ugh, that Torben storyline, it better has massive payoff in the end. I am currently on episode eight and there is just more of the same, plus a very tired side-plot. By now am only concentrating on those scenes if Kasper or Hanne are in it.