Chapter 2 - Living our Limbic Legacy Flashcards
1
Q
Which part of the brain plays the largest role in the expression of nonverbal behavior?
A
The limbic system
2
Q
What part of the brain reacts to the world around us reflexively and instantaneously, in real time, and without thought?
A
The limbic system
3
Q
What are the 3 Fs of nonverbals?
A
Freeze, flight and fight
4
Q
How do animals and humans react to danger?
A
In the order of freeze, flight and fight
5
Q
What is one of the most significant and frequent pacifying behaviors we use in responding to stress?
A
Neck touching and/or stroking
6
Q
When women pacify using the neck, they often do so by?
A
Covering or touching their suprasternal notch with their hand.
