Why do we jump when we’re startled?

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Like if someone sneaks up on you, or there’s a sudden loud sound. I would guess there’s a sudden surge of adrenaline, but why do we make sudden movements like jumping?

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We jump when we’re startled because of a stress response that prepares us to fight or flee.

Some people are more jumpy than others because of chronic stress, insomnia, anxiety, genetics, or trauma.

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