The latest and most promising solution to the problem of anxiety is the vagus nerve: the longest nerve in the human body, AKA the two-way “electrical information superhighway.” It runs from ...

During this period of cultural chaos, the most important thing we can do for ourselves and each other is to avoid the autonomic nervous system's freeze response. Source: Lisa Langhammer/used with ...

The idea behind it is simple. A gentle pulse stimulates the vagus nerve, which plays a key role in managing stress, mood and focus. The intensity can be adjusted with a handheld control ...

The vagus nerve and its function are most likely not discussed in daily conversation. However, the nerve is connected to everything from our chest to our stomach and can really impact our daily lives.

PORTLAND, Maine — The vagus nerve and its function are most likely not discussed in daily conversation. However, the nerve is connected to everything from our chest to our stomach and can really ...

Vasovagal attacks are caused by the vagus nerve being over active. This nerve slows the heart rate down and lowers blood pressure. If it suddenly becomes over active this lead to a rapid drop in ...