Day: 13 April 2026

Understanding Fawning: The Fourth Response to Trauma

The fawn response is one of the four core trauma responses—alongside fight, flight, and freeze—but it’s often the least talked about. Instead of confronting or escaping a threat, the nervous system learns to stay safe by appeasing others. This can look like chronic people-pleasing, difficulty saying no, or constantly prioritising others’ needs over your own. […]