Our Polyvagal World - How Safety and Trauma Change Us

Since Stephen Porges first proposed the Polyvagal Theory in 1994, its basic idea-that the level of safety we feel impacts our health and happiness-has radically shifted how researchers and clinicians approach trauma interventions and therapeutic interactions. Yet despite its wide acceptance, most of the writing on the topic has been obscured behind clinical texts and scientific jargon.
Our Polyvagal World definitively presents how Polyvagal Theory can be understandable to all and demonstrates how its practical principles are applicable to anyone looking to live their safest, best, healthiest and happiest life. What emerges is a worldview filled with optimism and hope and an understanding as to why our bodies sometimes act in ways our brains wish they didn't.

Filled with actionable advice and real-world examples, this book will change the way you think about your brain, body, and ability to stay calm in a world that feels increasingly overwhelming and stressful.

About the author

Stephen W. Porges, PhD, originator of Polyvagal Theory, is a Distinguished University Scientist and founding director of the Kinsey Institute Traumatic Stress Research Consortium at Indiana University, and a professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina. He lives in Atlantic Beach, Florida.SETH PORGES is a journalist and filmmaker. He wrote, produced, and directed the documentary Class Action Park on HBO Max. He has also contributed to outlets like Today, Good Morning America, New York, Bloomberg Businessweek, Popular Mechanics, and many others.

Summary

The creator of the Polyvagal Theory explains the principles in simple terms that are accessible to all.

Product details

• Authors: Seth Porges, Stephen W Porges, Stephen W. Porges, Stephen W. (University of North Carolina) Porges, Porges Stephen W.
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 19.10.2023
• EAN: 9781324030256
• ISBN: 978-1-324-03025-6
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 20 mm
• Weight: 309 g
• Illustrations: 3 black-and-white figures; 1 color figure (tip-in page)
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Psychology: general, reference works; PSYCHOLOGY / Emotions, Psychology, SELF-HELP / Self-Management / Stress Management, SELF-HELP / Emotions, coping with stress, Self-help & personal development, Popular psychology, Psychology: emotions, Self-help, personal development and practical advice, Coping with / advice about stress, Emotions and emotional intelligence