Polyvagal Exercises for IBS Symptom Management

• By: Skye Dina Ross, LCSW, MPH Therapist in Private Practice
• September 29th, 2025
• anxiety and depression, Fall 2025 Issue, gut-brain connection, irritable bowel syndrome, mindfulness, polyvagal theory, somatic therapy, vagal toning exercises, vagus nerve
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It is hard to separate gastric distress from psychological distress due to the connection between the brain and the gut. One can lead to the other, and ultimately, while medications can support managing physiological symptoms, psychological interventions may be needed to reduce ongoing symptoms...