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Is Polyvagal Theory Dead?
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Is polyvagal theory actually falling apart—or is the internet just amplifying a
misunderstanding? In this episode, Ani and Brian break down the latest controversy, unpack the real science vs. social media noise, and give you a clear, practical lens for how to think about nervous system work moving forward.
Why The Polyvagal Theory Is Untenable: An international expert evaluation of the polyvagal theory and commentary upon Porges, S.W. (2025)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12937499/
When A Critique Becomes Untenable: A Scholarly Response To Grossman Et Al.'S…
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