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The Complex Construct of Wellbeing and the Role of Vagal Function
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Andrew Kemp
Frontiers in Integrative Neuroscience, Volume: 16, Issue: 925664, Pages: 1 - 6
Swansea University Authors:
LOWRI WILKIE, Zoe Fisher , Andrew Kemp
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DOI (Published version): 10.3389/fnint.2022.925664
Abstract
The construct of wellbeing has been difficult to define and has avoided straightforward solutions (Bache et al., 2016). This also makes the topic a fascinating one to reflect on and study. Here we introduce the complex construct of wellbeing, then discuss how the vagus nerve might support the experi...
| Published in: | Frontiers in Integrative Neuroscience |
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| ISSN: | 1662-5145 |
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Frontiers Media SA
2022
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| URI: | https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa60394 |
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| Abstract: |
The construct of wellbeing has been difficult to define and has avoided straightforward solutions (Bache et al., 2016). This also makes the topic a fascinating one to reflect on and study. Here we introduce the complex construct of wellbeing, then discuss how the vagus nerve might support the experience of it, before reflecting on some complexities and opportunities arising from a focus on vagal function as target for “inner development” and transformation of the self. |
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| Keywords: |
heart rate variability, vagal function, emotion, self-connection, social-connection, nature-connection, climate psychology |
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Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences |
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Swansea Bay University Health Board |
| Issue: |
925664 |
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1 |
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6 |