The Mind–Body Connection — StudyLinc

Brain-Body Communication Pathways

The relationship between the mind and body is bi-directional

Emotional reactions can trigger the autonomic nervous system to cause physiological effects within the body.
The sympathetic nervous system is activated in states of fight, flight, freeze and fawn.
The parasympathetic nervous system controls rest and digestion
Body connection explains how mental conditions can lead to physiological diseases.

Inflammation

Information is the bodi’s response to injury, infection, or harmful stimuli
Chronic inflammation can lead to a wide range of mental and physical health disorders
Inflammation can be acute or chronic

Lifestyle factors that lead to inflammation:

Poor diet
Obesity
Chronic stress
Lack of physical activity
Poor sleep
Smoking and alcohol
Microbiome imbalance

Symptoms of chronic inflammation:

Fatigue
Joint or muscle pain
Digestive issues
Mood disorders
Weight changes
Frequent infections
Brain fog