5 Trauma Responses To Know âŹď¸
A quick description of each one! Fight
âFight: This response involves confronting the threat aggressively. Itâs the bodyâs way of standing ground and defending itself.â
Flight âFlight: This response involves escaping the threat. Itâs the bodyâs way of seeking safety by running away from danger.â
Freeze âFreeze: This response involves becoming immobile or âplaying deadâ. Itâs the bodyâs way of avoiding detection and staying safe by not moving.â
Fawn âFawn: This response involves people-pleasing to avoid conflict. Itâs the bodyâs way of placating the threat by trying to appease and please others.â
Flop âFlop: This response involves collapsing or giving up. Itâs the bodyâs way of surrendering when it feels completely overwhelmed or helpless.â @annaliehowling
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