Fight-or-Flight Response

The fight-or-flight response is an automatic physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived…

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Your Body's Super Helper

Hi there! My name is the Fight-or-Flight Response. I'm a special helper inside your body that shows up when something feels scary or surprising. My only job is to get you ready to be safe!

Imagine a big balloon pops right behind you—BANG! That’s me, turning on like a light switch. I make your heart beat super fast and your breathing get quicker to give you a burst of energy. This helps you decide if you need to run away fast (flight) or face what's happening (fight).

I am always here to help you stay safe. Even though I can feel a little strange, I am learning with you every day how to know when you are truly in danger and when you are just surprised. My story still matters because I am a part of what makes you strong and ready for anything.

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The fight-or-flight response is an automatic physiological reaction that occurs in response to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival.

First described 1929 CE