There is currently interest in the association between ANS activity and somatic/cardiac conditions and mental health disorders. The ANS is comprised of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS) and the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS); two branches that play necessary, opposing roles in maintaining physiological balance. Together the SNS and the PNS regulate unconscious functions of the body, such as breathing, heart rate, and pupillary response. Normally, the activity of the SNS and PNS are in balance; however, several factors have the potential to disrupt this balance.
Although numerous influences modulate cardiac function, research has shown that this function is largely influenced by the ANS. More specifically, when the SNS is activated
Although numerous influences modulate cardiac function, research has shown that this function is largely influenced by the ANS. More specifically, when the SNS is activated