This paper explores the parallels between the experience of house confinement during the COVID-19 pandemic and the themes of incarceration and haunting in Henry James's novella The Turn of the Screw. The paper argues that both experiences can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, and paranoia, and that both can also give rise to the perception of ghosts or other supernatural phenomena. The paper begins by discussing the psychological effects of house confinement, drawing on research from the fields of psychology, sociology, and anthropology. It then discusses the themes of incarceration and haunting in The Turn of the Screw, arguing that these themes are both products of the governess's isolation and anxiety. The paper concludes by discussing the implications of these findings for our understanding of the experience of house confinement during the COVID-19 pandemic. It argues that the parallels between these two experiences can help us to better understand the psychological impact of house confinement, and that they can also help us to develop strategies for coping with these challenges.