Feb 4, 2023
The social-engagement system depends on nerves that have their origin in the brain stem regulatory centers, primarily in the vagus – also known as the tenth cranial nerve – together with adjoining nerves that activate the muscles of the face, throat, middle ear, and voice box or larynx.
"The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, brain and body in the transformation of trauma" - Bessel van der Kolk