causes the whole body to startle.

During neuromotor examinations of newborns, it is noted that, for a number of techniques, the patterns of the startle reaction and the Moro reflex may significantly overlap, the notable distinction being the absence of arm abduction (spreading) during startle responses.

Reflexes

There are many various reflexes that can occur simultaneously during a startle response. The fastest reflex recorded in humans happens

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