Trauma impacts the nervous system's regulation from "summary" of Trauma is Really Strange by Steve Haines
When something traumatic happens, like a car accident or physical assault, our nervous system goes into overdrive. It's like an alarm system that can't turn off, constantly on high alert. This dysregulation can lead to a whole host of physical and emotional symptoms, from anxiety and depression to chronic pain and digestive issues.
Our nervous system is made up of two main parts: the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. The sympathetic system is like the gas pedal, revving us up for fight or flight. The parasympathetic system is like the brakes, calming us down and helping us rest and digest. When we experience trauma, the sympathetic system gets stuck in the "on" position, flooding our bodies with stress hormones and keeping us in a state of hyperarousal.
This chronic state...
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