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Posted on: Wed, May 7 2008 2:32 PM
Posted by: mitskev Posts: 63
Yes its scary. But you and I have had a long full life. Remember that movie "Logan's Run" can you imagine if we were terminated at 30. Anway I wonder whatr year this book was published, if was in the last 8 years. I wouldn't be surprised if it the Bush cabinet (Neocons). Don't get me started about that ...
My startles are mostly the same as the other but how about when you're having a conversation with someone and you get the suddenly get the urge to yawn or sneeze and can't withhold it. Or a sudden unexpected coughing jag. Swallow something that went down the wrong pipe and cough up its remains. Or sneeze and have phlem or something partially eaten flies out. Gosh, talk about embarrassing ... Even when I know someone is coming they scare me. A knock (loud or soft) at the door even though I'm expecting them (UPS). Getting caught eating or drinking something out of the box or carton in front of the refrigerator because I didn't want to dirty a plate or cup. I blew milk out of my nose because of that person. People who come (creep) up behind me and blurt something out unexpectly.
Posted on: Wed, May 7 2008 10:32 PM
Posted by: Gary Posts: 138
With me any loud or unexspected noises, people walking up behind me to get my attention.. I know that stuff can startle most but you should see me when I get startled, it's a funny site to say the least..
Posted on: Sun, Jun 1 2008 2:46 PM
Posted by: Shannon Posts: 14
Well- let's see... add my name to the loud noises list... especially like guns, bubble wrap, balloons, construction site stuff, fire alarms, sirens, fireworks.
Then there's the unexpected taps on the shoulder and the fur people alarm clocks that rouse me out of a sound sleep
Posted on: Sat, Jul 12 2008 1:13 AM
Posted by: Jmom Posts: 24
Has anyone ever repeatedly startled you because they thought it was funny? When my son Jeremy was little, a neighbor kid thought his startle reflex was hilarious. When the neighbor's sister came over he had to show her, "Hey, watch this!" and clapped loudly. After ignoring a few requests to not do that anymore, I finally sent them home.
Jeremy startles the worst when he's almost asleep, even a barely audible click can put air between him and his bed.
But somehow, if it's a party, anything goes...
Posted on: Mon, Aug 18 2008 2:45 PM
Posted by: Karen Posts: 5
Jmom:
Has anyone ever repeatedly startled you because they thought it was funny?
The answer is yes! The worst part is that it was family members(uncles, cousins)mostly. I would feel angry and embarrassed at the same time.As to what startles me:
1. loud or unexpected noises
2. People quietly coming up to or behind me to get my attention
Posted on: Mon, Aug 18 2008 4:00 PM
Posted by: Alexa Posts: 99
Loud noises and people sneaking up on me startle me too. Though I am not sure if this is due to CP in my case, or due to post-traumatic stress disorder which I also have and also yields hyper-startle reactions! I guess I have it from both sides!
Posted on: Mon, Aug 18 2008 4:07 PM
Posted by: rainey826 Posts: 2,637
LOUD THUNDER ! RAINEY XO OOOPS I DON'T HAVE CP ! { POLIO }
Posted on: Fri, Aug 22 2008 12:54 PM
Posted by: Finetooner Posts: 339
Wow, I'm glad I looked into this thread! I do not have CP but have dealt with passengers who had CP on many-many occasions. What I became aware of was emotional responses of many who had CP. I noticed many would not only react with facial expressions but the rest of their body went right along for the ride. Be it a happy or unhappy response, it was a whole-body experience.
So, help me here.....how can I best interact with someone who has CP without totally freaking them out with startle reactions? And while I'm at it, how best is it for me to communicate effectively without causing further embarrassment, frustration, or resentment? It's part of my profession to know.
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