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The Stress Response

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Anne McTavish

The Stress Response is that set of physiological processes engaged when we face a challenging stimulus — a stressor. The Stress Response is commonly known as the Fight-or-Flight Response.(1) The stress hormones that are released energize your body to deal … Continue reading →

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Stress: Fight-Flight-Freeze

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Anne McTavish

Reality is the leading cause of stress amongst those in touch with it. (1) Jane Wagner has a point. Stress. Hans Selye (2) described stress as “the wear and tear of everyday life”. It’s something we all know about. The … Continue reading →

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Poly Vague – Huh?

Posted on January 2, 2021 by Anne McTavish

Polyvagal. As in Polyvagal Theory. A ground-breaking theory that has many practical applications. First published in 1994 by Dr. Stephen Porges, the Polyvagal Theory has major implications for how people feel safe, for social behaviour, and for emotional regulation. (1) (2) … Continue reading →

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