In traumatic coupling, a stimulus is strongly linked to a particular response and together they override normal orienting behaviors.
A common example of traumatic coupling occurs when traumatized individuals panic, when sexually aroused.
Sexual arousal leads to panic, inability and helplessness rather than intense enjoyment.
Some people may believe that they were sexually abused when in fact their reaction is due to traumatic coupling.
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