#Nervous System

[nemfrog]

Schematic illustration of the nervous system. Macfadden's Encyclopedia of physical culture. Volume 1. 1920.

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[maybelsart]

Cause My Insides are Red

And Yours are Too

[surrah698]

My poor, sensitive nervous system... 😭

Gotta make sure to get plenty of rest!

[zegalba]

A plastinated human brain and nervous system

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[marthajefferson]

human brain angiogram, 2023 young bare-branched oak, 2016

[eamour]

nervous system regulation.

this post is especially dedicated for my fellow neurodivergents, specifically those who have add/adhd.

it’s normal for all of us to feel stressed sometimes. stress, as well as anxiety, are both feelings we all experience from time to time. however, dealing with a lot of stress is proven to have a negative impact on your body, more specifically your (autonomic) nervous system. by understanding how to regulate your nervous system, you will have an easier time managing stressful moments, and overall live a lot more balanced and peaceful life. ⋮ © credits

the nervous system.

your nervous system is the control center of your body. it is the part of your body that’s responsible for regulating your breathing, your heartbeat, your blood pressure, your digestion, and also the way you feel. the part of your nervous system that deals with the emotional wellbeing of yours is called "autonomic nervous system".

when feeling stressed, your body naturally reacts in a way to prepare you for the situation. it could respond through an increased heart rate, sweaty palms or the tension of muscles. nevertheless, our bodies cannot constantly withstand stress. continuously experiencing high levels of cortisol and adrenaline can lead to (sometimes serious) health issues.

a dysregulated nervous system.

a nervous system becomes dysregulated when the body cannot properly handle certain situations the way it used to. the body's way of responding to certain situations falls out of sync. it indicates a state of imbalance as you experience your body not being able to keep up with you.

signs.

these are some of the signs indicating you might have a dysregulated nervous system:

anxiety

easily irritated

memory problems

difficulty concentrating

headaches

quickly overwhelmed

mood swings

panic attacks

digestive issues

trouble sleeping

constant fatigue

chronic pain

persistent muscle tension

weakened immune system

stressors.

here is a list of stressors that are known to disrupt your nervous system balance:

chronic stress

burnout

traumatic events

poor sleep habits

unhealthy diet

no time for relaxation

support.

here are things you can do to help regulating your nervous system again:

meditating and resting

listening to music

dancing and moving

stretching and walking

eft tapping

massaging yourself

affirming

practicing mindfulness

reconnecting with nature

hugging someone or yourself

somatic shaking

rubbing ice cubes on face

taking a cold shower

sleeping and waking up early

grounding yourself

humming, singing and laughing

talking to someone

reading or listening

using a weighted blanket

drinking herbal tea

engaging in calming activities

deep breathing exercises

prioritising your sleep

with love, ella.

[nemfrog]

Nervous system. Modern Biology. 1947.

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[biologist4ever]

In the neuron, a protective covering called myelin insulates the axon and increases the speed of electrical communication along the length of the neuron

[curiouscatalog]

Spooky season begins with a little anatomy.

Diderot, Denis, and Jean Le Rond d’ Alembert. Recueil de Planches, Sur Les Sciences, Les Arts Libéraux, et Les Arts Méchaniques, Avec Leur Explication. Paris: Briasson [etc.], 1762.

[zal-cryptid]

Dr. Halman finding her VOICE

[blatentmisinformation]

The nervous system is believed to have evolved from fungal mycelium due to many structural and genetic similarities.

[fhtagn-and-tentacles]

ELDRITCH GROWTH

by Jimmy Nijs

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Alexandra Drenth