startle reaction

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Synonyms for startle reaction

a complicated involuntary reaction to a sudden unexpected stimulus (especially a loud noise)

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The responses initially experienced during the alarm reaction stage might reappear.
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The process that he labeled the General Adaptation Syndrome includes three stages: the alarm reaction, resistance, and exhaustion.
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From an evolutionary perspective, this undoubtedly has survival value, triggering alarm reactions in situations that could lead to further abuse.
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