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Therapy in a Nutshell

Understanding Anxiety in the Nervous System: Day 20 Break the Anxiety Cycle

Jan 25, 2024
Explore how anxiety is linked to the nervous system, understanding the impact of chronic stress, hyparousal, and trauma on mental health. Learn ways to regulate anxiety and overcome trauma for a more relaxed and joyful life.
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Quick takeaways

  • Anxiety is influenced by the nervous system's alerting activating system, which can become stuck on or off, causing chronic anxiety or exhaustion.
  • Understanding and regulating different states of the nervous system, such as sympathetic dominance and hypoarousal, is crucial for managing anxiety, trauma, and stress effectively.

Deep dives

Understanding the Nervous System's Role in Anxiety and Depression

The nervous system plays a crucial role in anxiety and depression, with different states directly affecting our mental health. According to Polyvagal Theory, there are three main states: safety, activation, and overwhelm. A healthy nervous system is adaptive and accurate, allowing individuals to move between different emotional states effectively. Learning to identify and regulate these states can significantly impact mental well-being.

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