Understanding Fawning: Fawning is a psychological response that involves adopting a submissive and people-pleasing behavior in social interactions. It is one of the four trauma responses identified by therapist and author Pete Walker, alongside fight, flight, and freeze. Fawning is commonly observed in individuals who have experienced past trauma or adverse experiences. While it can be a coping mechanism, excessive fawning can have negative effects … Continue reading Understanding Fawning: Recognizing the Signs and Impact on Mental Health