Ever pondered why a colicky baby struggles to find calm? Or found it challenging to redirect an energetic toddler mid-meltdown? Perhaps you’ve wondered why a child with Autism, ADHD, or anxiety finds it difficult to regulate in specific situations. Parents, do you ever feel like your stress levels are constantly high, with a racing heart and difficulty falling asleep?
Explore the captivating realm of the Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS) with us in this blog. The SNS triggers the body’s “fight or flight” stress response, managing vital elements like adrenal glands, cortisol levels, and inflammation. If you feel trapped in a perpetual state of stress, this information is invaluable!
Fight or Flight – A Protective Mechanism:
The Sympathetic Nervous System is a crucial part of our body’s defense mechanism, commonly known as the “fight or flight” response. Picture it as a biological alarm system designed to activate in the face of potential threats. It readies us for swift responses but is equally important to deactivate once the threat subsides.
Maintaining a balance between alertness and relaxation is vital for preventing prolonged stress on our nervous system. Disruption of this balance, especially in children, can lead to various challenges.
The Sympathetic Nervous System and Children:
Children should spend most of their time in the parasympathetic “growth and development” mode, fostering growth, learning, and thriving. When the Sympathetic Nervous System remains persistently active, issues like colic, constipation, frequent tantrums, and behavioral challenges may arise.
Sympathetics “Stuck On” – Impact on Development and Neurological Challenges:
Continuous activation of the sympathetic nervous system contributes significantly to developmental delays and neurological disorders in children. This hyperactive state can worsen conditions like Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), and anxiety, hindering physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
In the realm of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care, the term “subluxation” describes a situation where the body’s stress response remains constantly active. Dysautonomia refers to an imbalance within the autonomic and central nervous system, causing excessive sympathetic overdrive and presenting various health challenges in developing children.
Identifying and Addressing a Stuck On Sympathetic Nervous System:
Cutting-edge technology like INSiGHT Scans allows us to identify sympathetic overactivity and pinpoint major subluxations contributing to the issue. A Neurologically-Focused Chiropractor can then create a personalized care plan to restore the body’s natural balance, revolutionizing the approach to children and families facing challenges from a continuously activated Sympathetic Nervous System.
For an in-depth exploration of the Sympathetic Nervous System and its impact on your child’s health, visit the PX Docs website. If you’re interested in assessing whether a stuck sympathetic nervous system contributes to your health challenges, contact us at Foundations Chiropractic today. If you’re not local, explore the PX Docs directory to find an office near you.
Don’t let your child’s health be compromised by persistent stress response activation; there’s hope, and we’re here to guide your family back to balance!
