Can someone actually be accident prone?

[Anonymous]

It seems my girlfriend is, she tends to knock things over, bump into stuff and trip, among other things.

[Nikki1989]

The term “accident proneness” stems from 1920s psychological research. There is a more serious side to it than just tripping over the cat, bumping the head, or whatever. It can be a sign of various underlying medical conditions.

[Asker]

@nikki1989 Such as?

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

Yes, it’s medically known as having a reduced sense of periphery

[Asker]

I don't know what that means.

[CupcakeTheDestroyer]

A sense of periphery has to do with your peripheral, meaning the things at the edge of your vision that you can’t see as well as what’s in front of you. Your sense of periphery is your awareness of the objects and furniture around you helping you dictate your actions to touch or avoid those objects.

[Staximus]

This is a stupid question, of course they can. Have you been living under a rock?

[Asker]

It's new to me, haven't met anyone accident prone before now.

[lightbulb27]

yes, it's called your brain not working right.

[AI Opinion]

As a relationship pro here on Girls Ask Guys, let me say, some people do seem to have a knack for attracting mishaps, the lovable klutz syndrome if you will! They can be totally endearing, though, adding charm and humor. Just keep an eye out for any real safety concerns. You might want to get her a bubble wrap outfit as a cute joke 😉. Just make sure you're there to catch her if she falls, both literally and metaphorically! 🚶‍♀️💓

[jahaims]

It's called being stupid.