How to stop heart palpitations and a racing heart caused by anxiety?
1. Introduction Stopping heart palpitations driven by anxiety requires the intentional activation of the parasympathetic nervous system to counteract the surge of circulating catecholamines. Utilizing the Valsalva maneuver, splashing cold water on the face, and employing paced diaphragmatic breathing directly stimulate the vagus nerve, forcing the sinoatrial node to slow the heart rate. These rapid … Read more