What is Functional Freeze Response and how to break free

In this video I describe the freeze and functional freeze response. We take a look at what causes it, what the symptoms are and what we can do about it. Stuart is a BABCP Accredited Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapist, and NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse. The information provided here by Stuart are only intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding mental health or other medical conditions. You should contact your GP or equivalent to obtain advice with respect to any health (physical or mental) issue you may be facing. Stuart holds a Bachelor's degree in Mental health Nursing and a Master's degree in Psychology. He has completed a Post Graduate diploma in high intensity cognitive behavioural therapy. Furthermore, Stuart has completed all 4 parts of adult EMDR training and both parts of child and adolescent EMDR training. Video Chapters. 0:00 Coming up... 0:23 Freeze Response 1:35 What causes it? 3:22 Crossing the road 5:13 Trauma 8:19 Freeze Symptoms 9:02 Functional Freeze Symptoms 11:05 More Functional Freeze Symptoms 12:26 How to break free