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Innate , Instinctive Feelings MAD

Innate , Instinctive Feelings MAD. Amygdala Hijack. An instant, impulsive, irrational or uncontrolled reaction that is inappropriate in terms of extent, focus, timing etc. The reaction need not be overt. Amygdala Hijack. Reaction to threat – flood of hormones

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Innate , Instinctive Feelings MAD

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  1. Innate , Instinctive FeelingsMAD

  2. Amygdala Hijack An instant, impulsive, irrational or uncontrolled reaction that is inappropriate in terms of extent, focus, timing etc. The reaction need not be overt

  3. Amygdala Hijack Reaction to threat – flood of hormones Downshifting – brain shifts to a primitive level of functioning Instinctive reaction can save our lives More often – can escalate situations Pamela

  4. Managing your amygdala hijacks Get to know your triggers e.g Your needs / motives /values Are you personalising the event ? Are you reminded of a past unpleasant event ? Pupil’s baggage Rise above it Six Second Pause Jennifer

  5. Discussion In threes discuss one recent episode when you experienced an Amygdala Hijack On hindsight what triggers can you identify What kept it going ? What might you do to avoid this in the future ?

  6. Longer term strategies Revenge and punishment Rebuild relationship Promote an ‘ amends making ‘ strategy Teach pupils to manage their emotions Restorative practices Film clips

  7. Restorative Practices

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