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The Polyvagal Theory

Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-Regulation

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The Polyvagal Theory

By: Stephen W. Porges
Narrated by: Joe Hempel
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A collection of groundbreaking research by a leading figure in neuroscience.

This book compiles, for the first time, Stephen W. Porges's decades of research. A leading expert in developmental psychophysiology and developmental behavioral neuroscience, Porges is the mind behind the groundbreaking Polyvagal Theory, which has startling implications for the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and autism. 

Adopted by clinicians around the world, the Polyvagal Theory has provided exciting new insights into the way our autonomic nervous system unconsciously mediates social engagement, trust, and intimacy.

©2011 Stephen W. Porges (P)2020 Tantor Neuroscience & Neuropsychology Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Health Mental Health Emotions
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This one of those books that is too dense to be understood in the first reading,. Having the chance to let the big picture slowly emerge by listening to it in this clear fluent reading, before going back to make notes, is why this is so useful to have as an audio book.

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Very well documented, with in depth explanations, but requires academic knowledge to fully understand it. A great opportunity to acquire that knowledge!

Well documented, requires academic understanding

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This isn’t a book for the faint hearted! I understood 25% of what I heard but I’m SO glad I stayed with it.

This is a fascinating (medical) book about the psychology and physiognomy of the brain. It’s complex, complicated but still well explained.

I think you’ll need at least an A level in biology to get the most out of this.

Heavy!! But well read.

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this book is extremely scientific and not for the layman. I got nothing from reading it.

for the academic only

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