In biology, the nervous system is a highly complex part of an animal that coordinates its actions and sensory information by transmitting signals to and from different parts of its body. The nervous ...

'In a low-risk group of babies born full-term, the autonomic nervous system and cortical systems appear to function well regardless of whether infants were exposed to labor prior to birth,' says Sarah ...

Researchers found that while the menstrual cycle changes heart rate variability (HRV), it does not significantly affect ...

Imidazoline receptors constitute a family of non-adrenergic binding proteins distributed throughout the central nervous system, comprising three main subtypes—I1, I2 and I3—each linked to distinct ...

How does animal behavior emerge from networks of connected neurons? How are these incredible nervous systems and behaviors actually generated by evolution? Are there principles shared by all nervous ...

Late in pregnancy, the human body carefully prepares fetuses for the rigors of life outside the protection of the womb. Levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, ramp up and spike during labor.

"Biofeedback helps you make slight changes in your body, such as relaxing muscles, to help relieve pain or reduce tension." ...

Why is everyone talking about nervous system regulation? From burnout and chronic stress to recovery culture, here's what's ...

Scientists have discovered microglia actually squeeze through the spinal boundary, crossing into the peripheral nervous system in response to injury. Inside the body, disease and injury can leave ...

Learn to regulate your nervous system using breathing, cold water, and movement techniques backed by research and science.