Methodology to Minimize an Avoid-threat Reflex When Asking Questions

From: The Mediator's Toolkit

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This chapter covers the methodology and approach that need to be employed when asking questions so that an avoid-threat reflex response to any stimulus will not be inadvertently experienced by the parties and result in them experiencing an unnecessary amygdala hijack.

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Gerry O'Sullivan

Gerry O'Sullivan is a mediator, trainer and facilitator with over 30 years' experience in conflict resolution and training. She's an advanced member of the Mediators' Institute of Ireland (MII), a member of the US-based Mediators Beyond Borders Consultants Team, and has delivered training with Lawyers Without Borders. Gerry is Director of O'Sullivan Solutions and she lives on the southwest coast of Ireland.