Flight response

The flight response is a natural, automatic reaction your body has when you perceive danger. It triggers the release of adrenaline, energizing you to escape from a threat. This response increases your heart rate, sharpens your senses, and prepares your muscles for quick action—either to run away or avoid harm. It's part of the body's survival mechanism, helping you respond swiftly in emergencies. Once the danger passes, your body typically returns to normal. This response is essential for protecting us in threatening situations, enabling rapid, instinctive decisions to escape harm.