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Why do some people startle so easily?

My wife is one of the jumpiest people I've ever met. She plays it down, but sometimes I worry about how easily she startles. Why do some people startle easily?

2 Answers

It could just be her natural being. Or a traumatic event that could have happened in her past. Or something within herself that might need help seeing a therapist.
This link will help you see whether she has an issue:

https://www.epainassist.com/genetic-disorders/exaggerated-startle-response