[Download Now] The Polyvagal Theory: Demystifying the Body’s Response to Trauma – Stephen Porges

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Social behavior and emotion regulation are compromised by human responses to trauma and abuse. Understanding the mechanisms underlying the hardwired response to life threat may demystify these consequences. A plausible explanation of how trauma experiences and chronic abuse disrupt homeostatic processes and social behavior can be found in the Polyvagal Theory.

The presentation will focus on understanding the adaptive function of stress reactions as an important part of treatment. The biobehavioral features of stress reactions are better understood by the client and therapist. The presentation will show how our nervous system evaluates risk in the environment without awareness and is often independent of a cognitive narrative. When there is no real danger, trauma may reset the brain to protect us. The presentation will show the therapist how to assess the consequences of trauma-related experiences by understanding the adaptive psychological, behavioral, and health features of each of the three Polyvagal response strategies.

• Describe the principles and features of the Polyvagal Theory
• Discuss the Social Engagement System and how the “brain-face-heart connection” evolved
• Demonstrate at least one specific way to apply Polyvagal Theory in the clinical setting

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