My chicken is terrified of me! What's the cause?

[Harun]

So, there was an accident with a cat which killed one of my flock members, and ever since then, one of my really friendly and loving Hens has been acting terrified of me. She doesn't even let me get close to her when usually I could walk right up without her running away. She still eats out of my hand with the exception of being reluctant at first, but I'm just wondering why she's so terrified. She's not scared of my dad or sister, just my brother and I. I never did anything to hurt her so I don't know why she's acting like this. No matter how much I spend time with her she doesn't change. My only thought is that the cat accident has caused her to be in edge but maybe there's a deeper cause?

 

[sourland]

After a predator attack some chickens remain on high alert. Do not force yourself on her - that's the worst thing that you can do. Win her confidence back gradually with treats.

 

[Tonyroo]

If she saw the cat kill the other chicken, her prey instincts activate. And they rarely revert back.

 

[Harun]

After a predator attack some chickens remain on high alert. Do not force yourself on her - that's the worst thing that you can do. Win her confidence back gradually with treats.

Okay, thanks.