Vagus Nerve

This practical guide to understanding cranial nerves as the key to our mental and physical well-being is based on Lucas Voller polyvagenic theory - one of the most recent recent developments in human neurobiology. During this book, our author explores the crucial role that the vagus nerve plays in determining our mental and emotional states. Vagus nerve (or Nerve X) is one of the mosy important nervesin our body, and manage the functions of larynx, lungs, heart and other vital functions. Migraine and back pain - indicate a vagus nerve malfunction.

In a series of simple self-help exercises, the book shows how we can easily adjust the vagus nerve to induce deep relaxation, improve sleep and recover from injury and trauma. Examining the relationship between a well-regulated vagus nerve and social functioning, gives new hope that improving social behavior may alleviate some of the symptoms that underlie many cases of autism spectrum disorders.

This book is useful for psychotherapists, doctors, body workers and health professionals, as well as for anyone suffering from the symptoms of chronic stress and depression. It shows how we can optimize autonomous functioning in ourselves and in others and put the body in a state of security that activates its innate ability to heal.