Learn How The Vagus Nerve and Autism are Related and What You Can Do to Activate The Vagus Nerve

In this video, I'll teach you what the vagus nerve is, how it may be related to autism and what you can do to strengthen it.
The vagus nerve is a complex cranial nerve that plays a crucial role in regulating several bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and immune responses. Recent research has suggested that there may be a link between the vagus nerve and autism.
Some studies have shown that individuals with autism may have differences in vagus nerve activity compared to those without the condition. For example, research has suggested that people with autism may have lower vagal tone, which is a measure of the vagus nerve's activity. Lower vagal tone has been associated with increased stress, anxiety, and difficulty regulating emotions, which are common challenges for people with autism.
While research in this area is still in its early stages, some studies have reported positive effects of vagus nerve stimulating techniques on behavior, social communication, and quality of life for individuals with autism.
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[@drchristinebradstreet]

Check out this article I wrote about activating the vagus nerve: medium.com/change-your-mind/people-are-talking-about-the-vagus-nerve-and-how-to-activate-it-47aed712b869?sk=e81a192a1ee6fe700ab64d0b30df4a16

[@user-uv1ov1me4b]

As soon as I learned about low vagal tone I made the connection to my autism symptoms. Yours is one of the very few information sources on this. Thanks so much for putting this out there!

[@drchristinebradstreet]

That's great to hear. I'm going to keep researching this, and will talk more about it. Thanks for your comment!

[@SharkyJ40]

You’re a rare gem! I love hearing from professionals who’ve also been diagnosed discussing topics like this, giving us simple, actionable steps to take. I have a new pain dr who is curious about how being autistic contributes to my pain, as well as the usual med processing issues many of us have with CYP450 mutations. HPA axis and ANS dysfunction, lots of challenges to the operating system but look at us go anyway. 😊 edited to add, Dr Kim Sage is another one I love.

[@drchristinebradstreet]

I love how you end this comment, "look at us go anyway"! We are resilient, and once in a while it's important to pause and give ourselves credit for that. Absolutely, ASD and ADHD can play a role in chronic pain. There's good news though, that can be dialed down. Have you been watching the chronic pain videos I've been posting? You'll find help there. Thanks for your note!

[@Amandasutton-w6q]

Really interested to find this, thank you!

[@drchristinebradstreet]

I'm glad you found it! Hope it was helpful for you.