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E495 Trauma Expert Tim Fletcher

This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von

Body's Response to Danger: Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn

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When faced with danger, the brain releases cortisol, which provides the energy for fight or flight responses. If the threat is overwhelming, the brain produces opioids, leading to a freeze response where the body prepares for potential harm by redirecting blood flow inward. This can result in dissociation and a fawning behavior where individuals comply to avoid harm.

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