Getting out of Dorsal Vagal Shutdown (Freeze response)
What is Dorsal Vagal Shutdown?
Dorsal Vagal Shutdown (DVS) is a condition that occurs when the nervous system is under stress. It's characterized by symptoms like nausea, dizziness and fainting--and it can be fatal if left untreated.
The cause of DVS is unknown; however, there are several factors that can trigger this response:
Polyvagal Theory
As a practice, we have been studying and learning more about Polyvagal theory because it relates to our work with trauma and with depression, anxiety and emotional regulation.