Live Q&A Complex PTSD - cPTSD Symptoms and Diagnosis
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The content segments discuss the importance of vagal tone in releasing trauma and strategies to gain more control over the autonomic nervous system. Releasing trauma involves changing how past trauma impacts the future, by helping the brain recognize safe contexts and reducing the connection between fear processing and autopilot mode. Trauma experiences can cause individuals to constantly feel unsafe and on guard, leading to a stress response even when the stimulus is not threatening. The goal is to unpair stimuli from the stress response, allowing exposure without triggering stress. Various strategies, such as focused breathing and distress tolerance skills, can help tell the body it is safe. Triggering the relaxation response, through activities like yawning and stretching, is important. Mindfulness and grounding techniques can reprogram the brain's expectations and reduce the stress response. Strengthening vagal tone can be achieved through activities like breathing exercises, yoga, interval training, and stimulating the vagus nerve through gentle massage or TENS units. Probiotics and omega-3s can also contribute to reducing anxiety and stress. By improving vagal tone, individuals can gain more control over their autonomic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress. It is important to consult with a doctor before making any changes to diet or exercise routines.
The content segments discuss the importance of vagal tone in releasing trauma and strategies to gain