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Why Bad Boys Feel Good, with Dr. Stephen Porges!
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Understanding Appeasement and Fawning in Trauma Responses
Trauma responses involve a spectrum beyond just fight, flight, or freeze, with newer additions like fawning and appeasement. Appeasement involves presenting safety cues to convince a predator to trust, while fawning is essentially giving up without resistance. In traumatic situations, individuals with remarkable nervous systems may engage in appeasement to survive, while fawning may lead to a loss of self-value. These responses are not intentional and vary based on individual capacity. The concept of fawning raises concerns about consent, as individuals accused of fawning in traumatic situations need greater compassion and understanding. Overall, the distinctions between appeasement and fawning lie in maintaining trust with the predator vs. surrendering oneself without resistance.
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