Hi Sasha. Snakes don't react to this form of handling in the same way as other (mammalian) pets. They don't enjoy or seek out human companionship, they just tolerate it (sometimes!
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Their understanding of 'interaction' is different from ours.....the sticky board, clean-up operation, examnination and comforting will have felt like a sustained attack to her. So 'yes', you have scared her and taught her to avoid human contact. It may take her some time to re-adjust and become bold again. As long as she is physically unharmed, all will be well.
I would advise keeping handling to a necessary minimum, and certainly never leave a snake to roam unsupervised.
