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No, the sympathetic nervous system is primarily responsible for the body's fight or flight response, where it prepares the body to respond to stress or dangerous situations by increasing heart rate, dilating airways, and releasing stress hormones. It is the parasympathetic nervous system that is responsible for calming the body and promoting relaxation.
Deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation are effective techniques for decreasing sympathetic nervous system firing. These practices help activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and reducing stress response.
Yes, stress can affect the nervous system by triggering the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can impact brain function, nerve signaling, and overall nervous system function. Chronic stress can lead to conditions like anxiety, depression, and even contribute to neurodegenerative diseases.
the parasympathetic nervous system.
No, the parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the "rest and digest" functions and promotes relaxation. The stress response is typically initiated by the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
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The hypothalamus and the sympathetic nervous system are primarily associated with the general adaptation syndrome. The hypothalamus initiates the stress response, while the sympathetic nervous system activates fight-or-flight reactions in response to stress.
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A reactive autonomic nervous system
This a histamine reaction to stress or being nervous.
Assuming you want to improve nervous system health - supplements: Bvitamins and brewers yeast rest: giving yourself a break from the things that stress the nervous system