Red flags for a dysregulated nervous system

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Published on Jul 01, 2023 04:33 pm IST

The feeling of being on the edge and extreme anxiety creeps in and we are not able to manage stress.

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With the stress hormones high, there is a false sense of urgency when we have a dysregulated nervous system. The emotions feel heightened, and we are always anxious. It also has a deep impact on our physical health. "In real life, that feels like feeling on edge all the time, ready to blow up at the slightest inconvenience, needing things to be done immediately and feeling worried/anxious when they are not," wrote Israa Nasir as she explained the signs of a dysregulated nervous system.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 01, 2023 04:33 pm IST

With the stress hormones high, there is a false sense of urgency when we have a dysregulated nervous system. The emotions feel heightened, and we are always anxious. It also has a deep impact on our physical health. "In real life, that feels like feeling on edge all the time, ready to blow up at the slightest inconvenience, needing things to be done immediately and feeling worried/anxious when they are not," wrote Israa Nasir as she explained the signs of a dysregulated nervous system.(Unsplash)

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The feeling of being on the edge and extreme anxiety creeps in and we are not able to manage stress. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Jul 01, 2023 04:33 pm IST

The feeling of being on the edge and extreme anxiety creeps in and we are not able to manage stress. (Unsplash)

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Memory issues, problems with concentrating and focusing on the matter at hand also happens. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Memory issues, problems with concentrating and focusing on the matter at hand also happens. (Unsplash)

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Chronic fatigue and the feeling of being drained of energy are some of the rd flags to watch out for. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Chronic fatigue and the feeling of being drained of energy are some of the rd flags to watch out for. (Unsplash)

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People with dysregulated nervous system get startled easily. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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People with dysregulated nervous system get startled easily. (Unsplash)

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People with a dysregulated nervous system also face irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion issues frequently. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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People with a dysregulated nervous system also face irritable bowel syndrome and indigestion issues frequently. (Unsplash)

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Mood swings and getting irritated easily are some of the signs. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Mood swings and getting irritated easily are some of the signs. (Unsplash)

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Experiencing restless sleep or having issues falling asleep are frequent in people with dysregulated nervous system.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
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Experiencing restless sleep or having issues falling asleep are frequent in people with dysregulated nervous system.(Unsplash)

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Tapatrisha Das

    Tapatrisha is Content Producer with Hindustan Times. She covers stories related to health, relationships, and fashion.

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