Fight-or-flight response: As mentioned earlier, this term describes the body's rapid physiological reaction to prepare for confronting or escaping from threatening situations.
Amygdala hijack: This term refers to an overwhelming emotional response triggered by the amygdala, bypassing rational thought processes. It can occur when fear or other intense emotions take control of behavior.
Phobias: Phobias are anxiety disorders characterized by excessive and irrational fears of specific objects, situations, or activities. They can result in a heightened fear response even when there is no actual danger present.