Arm-Gripping
The Double-Arm-Grip is characterised by the person's hands tightly gripping their upper arms to reinforce themselves and avoid exposure of the front of the body. Sometimes the arms can be gripped so tight that the fingers and knuckles can turn white as blood circulation is cut off. It's a person's way of comforting himself with a form of self-hugging. Arm-gripping is commonly seen in doctors' and dentists' waiting rooms or with first-time air travellers who are waiting for lift-off. It shows a negative, restrained attitude.
The Double-Arm-Grip: feeling insecure and not buying what you're selling
In a courtroom, the claimant may be seen using a FistsClenched-Arm-Crossed pose while the defendant may have taken the Double-Arm-Grip position.
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