The Science of Being Scared

The video explores the fight or flight response, a natural instinct that occurs when we feel scared. It explains how our brains and bodies react to fear, preparing us to either confront or escape the threat. The video also discusses the physical effects of this response and offers calming techniques, like deep breathing, to manage fear and prevent the fight or flight reaction.

What is the primary purpose of the fight or flight response?

• To help us relax

• To prepare us for a quick reaction to danger

• To make us feel happy

• To slow down our heart rate

What is the role of the brain in the fight or flight response?

• To make us feel happy

• To make us feel sleepy

• To slow down our reactions

• To decide whether to fight or flee

Which of the following is NOT a physiological change that occurs during the fight or flight response?

• Increased heart rate

• Improved vision

• Faster lung function

• Slower breathing

What might you feel after the fight or flight response has ended?

• Energetic and alert

• Tired and hungry

• Calm and relaxed

• Confused and disoriented

How can deep breathing help when you feel scared?

• It increases your heart rate

• It helps you stay in fight or flight mode

• It calms your brain and prevents the response

• It makes you more alert