The Polyvagal Theory Explained

In this episode of Health Longevity Secrets, Stephen Sideroff, PhD is joined by Dr. Stephen Porges in a discussion of the Polyvagal Theory.

Dr Stephen Porges is the creator of the Polyvagal Theory, a brilliant synthesis and integration of how our nervous autonomic nervous system functions.

He is a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University, Founding Director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium and a professor at the University of North Carolina. 

Learn More About the Polyvagal Theory

Stephen W. Porges, PhD Website
Polyvagal Institute Website

TIMESTAMPS:

  • 00:15 – Stephen Porges
  • 01:45 – Polyvagal Theory
  • 02:23 – Nervous System
  • 04:55 – Ventral Vagal Circuit
  • 06:58 – Freeze Response
  • 09:09 – Vehicle Paradox
  • 26:25 – Neuroception
  • 26:29 – Interoception
  • 51:04 – Dangerous Childhood Environment
  • 53:15 – Parasympathetic Mode

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