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How Foods and Nutrients Control Our Moods
Huberman Lab
Understanding the Polyvagal Theory and its Misinterpretation...
The Polyvagal Theory recognizes the multiple branches of the vagus nerve, including a dorsal pathway related to alertness and fight-or-flight responses, and a ventral pathway linked to empathic behaviors. However, some aspects of the theory do not align with modern anatomy. The main issue lies in the misinterpretation of the theory, where people incorrectly associate psychological and physical traits with the activity of different vagal pathways, leading to inaccurate diagnoses. This misinterpretation has led to theories that do not correlate with real physiology. It is essential to rectify these misconceptions and bring clarity to the discussion surrounding the Polyvagal Theory.
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