BEYOND FIGHT OR FLIGHT: PDA THREAT RESPONSES FIGHT Meeting threat with anger, argument, or control. The body surges with energy to regain safety and a sense of power. FLIGHT Seeking safety through escape of avoidance. The person may leave, withdraw, or distract themselves to get away from the stress. FREEZE When neither fight nor flight feels possible, the body shuts down. Stillness, silence, or numbness take over as self-protection. FAWN Safety is found by appeasing or accom

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