People react to trauma differently; some may laugh or smile as a coping mechanism, not because they’re unaffected.
The three girls in Bengaluru recording men harassing them while smiling doesn’t diminish their distress. Such behavior can mask fear or disbelief, a common response to shock. Judging their trauma based on outward expressions is unfair.
Understanding varied emotional responses fosters empathy, ensuring victims are heard rather than doubted.
