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Primitive reflexes are automatic, stereotyped movements, directed from the brain stem and executed without cortical involvement. Reflexes are used for positive protection. For example, if you fall, your arms extend so you do not hit your head. That is called Hand supporting reflex. We have reflexes in our feet that help us stand, walk, run and keep us grounded. Those reflexes involve Foot Grasp, Tendon Guard, Babinski, and Trunk Extension. We have reflexes used for fight of flight or Fear situations. If I am being chased, I want Moro reflex to activate so I can run fast. If I hear a noise at night, I want Fear Paralysis to activate. My auditory system will pay attention to the sound I heard as my body "freezes". I can then determine the best decision based on what I heard. A reflex comes out to protect when we experience a trauma. That trauma can be stubbing our toe, studying for a test, being involved in a car accident to having surgery……. Our reflexes should come out to protect, then..

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