Trauma and the Nervous System – A Polyvagal Perspective
POLYVAGAL THEORY Polyvagal Theory describes the primary role of the ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) in shaping thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and beliefs (Porges, 2007). The
POLYVAGAL THEORY Polyvagal Theory describes the primary role of the ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) in shaping thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and beliefs (Porges, 2007). The
There is a strong link between autism and depression. There is bullying associated with autism, and depression is linked with feeling like you don’t fit
Autism and the trauma from bullying go hand in hand more often than not. When a person is bullied and/or gaslighted, they are caused to
Children who are looked after are much more likely to be reported missing than those that aren’t. There are a few things that professionals could
Trauma exposure at a young age can cause biological aging faster than those who have not experienced trauma. Three signs of biological aging (early puberty,
Trauma healing is still a widely debated issue. In addition to conventional healing methods, using deep breathing techniques, yoga and meditation are also possible enhancements
We are often told that in order to get passed our trauma, we have to face it and embrace it. We have to force ourselves
Children are quite resilient however there are certain events that can cause serious damage to their development. At the top of that list is poverty.
Tests on mice have shown that traumatic experiences as a child can lead to blood metabolites causing problems for years to come. This research shows
Imagine being a young child, and having to feel the pain of hunger each day in the classroom and trying to pay attention to the