Even happy couples sometimes find themselves in conflicts that don't align with their intentions, exhibiting behaviors like yelling or stonewalling during arguments.
When therapists notice arguments reflecting diffuse physiological arousal (DPA), they recognize it as a potential triggering factor for destructive habits in relationship dynamics.
Flooding occurs as a bodily response to perceived threats, leading to the release of stress hormones that drastically affect one's physical and emotional state in conflicts.
In moments of flooding, self-focus increases which may lead to using Gottman's Four Horsemen, hindering the ability to maintain a healthy, communicative dialogue.
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