Understanding Freeze Response
The freeze response is a survival mechanism that activates during extreme stress, allowing individuals to remain undetected by threats. Insights from Amanda highlight how this response can manifest in life-threatening situations, as seen in the Virginia Tech shooting, where one student survived by pretending to be dead. This tactic, akin to the behavior of possums, showcases the complex interplay between our sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems during crises.In this clip
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