Why are wide open eyes and a gaping mouth the physiological responses of extreme shock?

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Why are wide open eyes and a gaping mouth the physiological responses of extreme shock?

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Anonymous 0 Comments

Fight or flight

It’s the body getting ready for extreme action…. more breathing in and better visuals

Anonymous 0 Comments

In primates the wide open eyes and gaping mouth are signs of submission, think pikachu face.