We’re Aleena and Janine: two sisters, two PhDs, relentlessly curious about too many things… Join us on our podcast as we break down and share the science on curious topics – with only the occasional sibling squabble!
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Monday Mar 28, 2022
Monday Mar 28, 2022
WARNING: This episode contains discussion related to traumatic experiences that may be distressing for some listeners.
Janine excitedly shares details of her new pet dog Calli (#RescueGreyhound), who massively inspired this episode, since Calli displays a very strong "freeze response" in times of stress. Aleena and Janine take a look at some research into the freeze response, which is distinct from the fight or flight response, in both humans and other animals. Essentially, this is where the parasympathetic nervous system takes over during a stressful event, and there can be actual muscle paralysis. It has been documented when the brain assesses that fight and flight are not viable options. Janine also shares loads of cute and insightful stuff about her new rescue greyhound, and Aleena introduces a new segment to the podcast, without clearing it with Janine first...
Full show notes at the Sister Doctor Squared website.
Mastering of this episode, plus intro and outro music, by the ever-talented Dr Adrian Diery
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