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The Relationship Between Heart Variability and Mental Health
This chapter explores the interconnectedness between mental and physical health, focusing on the relationship between heart rate variability and mental well-being. It discusses how heart rate variability is a measure of the stress response and can be used to train control over the nervous system. The chapter also highlights the impact of factors such as perception of threats, core behaviors, sleep quality, nutrition, and toxic work relationships on heart rate variability and overall nervous system functioning.