Tag: Fight Flee Freeze
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The Smoke Detector Principle: Why Your Brain is Wired to Expect the Worst.
Read more: The Smoke Detector Principle: Why Your Brain is Wired to Expect the Worst.The Smoke Detector Principle posits that human anxiety and fear responses are evolutionary adaptations designed to prioritize survival. By favoring…
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Sympathetic Nervous System
Read more: Sympathetic Nervous SystemThe sympathetic nervous system (SNS) acts as the body’s “fight or flight” mechanism, preparing us for imminent threats by increasing…
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Tend and Befriend Theory
Read more: Tend and Befriend TheoryThe tend-and-befriend response is a stress response often observed in females, characterized by nurturing and seeking social support. This article…
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Limbic System
Read more: Limbic SystemThe limbic system, comprised of the hypothalamus, amygdala, thalamus, and hippocampus, regulates essential survival functions like emotions and memories. Previous…