Fight . Flight . Freeze . Fawn

The Fight response to stress usually shows up as:

• Arguing, anger, or irritability

• Avoiding responsibilities

• Numbness or inability to act

• Pleasing others to reduce conflict

The Flight response often looks like:

• Over-explaining or apologizing

• Avoiding tasks or withdrawing from stressors

• Confronting others aggressively

• Freezing in place

The Freeze response is best described as: Pleasing others for safety

• True

• False

Which technique works well for managing a Freeze response?

• Gentle movement like stretching or walking

• Avoiding the stressor completely

• Suppressing emotions

• Overworking to distract yourself

The Fawn response often means: Trying to please others to avoid conflict

• True

• False

What is a good strategy for managing a Fawn response?

• Setting healthy boundaries and practicing self-assertion

• Escaping from the situation

• Staying silent to keep the peace

• Numbing out with distractions

Which of the following is TRUE about stress responses?

• Everyone only has one response they always use.

• People may shift between Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn depending on the situation.

• The Freeze response is always unhealthy.

• Stress responses can't be managed.