polyvagal
Of or relating to a theory that specifies two functionally distinct branches of the…Of or relating to a theory that specifies two functionally distinct branches of the vagus, or tenth cranial nerve: a primitive branch eliciting immobilization behaviors (e.g. feigning death) and a more evolved branch linked to social communication and self-soothing behaviors.
Meaning
1 senses(not comparable)Of or relating to a theory that specifies two functionally distinct branches of the vagus, or tenth cranial nerve: a primitive branch eliciting immobilization behaviors (e.g. feigning death) and a more evolved branch linked to social communication and self-soothing behaviors.
Origin
From poly- + vagal.From poly- + vagal.
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