Chapter
Understanding the Polyvagal Theory
50:50 - 54:46 (03:56)
The polyvagal theory suggests that the autonomic nervous system regulates more than just the fight, flight or freeze response, and can play a role in digestion, breathing and other important bodily functions.
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The polyvagal theory, introduced by Dr. Stephen Porges, explains the role of the autonomic nervous system in our fight, flight or freeze response and other important bodily functions, and how we learned to calm our nervous system in order to survive predators unconsciously.
50:50 - 53:41 (02:51)
Polyvagal theory
Summary
The polyvagal theory, introduced by Dr. Stephen Porges, explains the role of the autonomic nervous system in our fight, flight or freeze response and other important bodily functions, and how we learned to calm our nervous system in order to survive predators unconsciously.
ChapterUnderstanding the Polyvagal Theory
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PodcastCrime Junkie
Trauma survivors often use the technique of appeasement as a defense mechanism for survival.
53:41 - 54:46 (01:05)
Trauma
Summary
Trauma survivors often use the technique of appeasement as a defense mechanism for survival. They use certain behaviors to prevent any potential harm. This is different from fawning, which involves conscious flirting and manipulation to get what is desired.