Not being believed can disrupt nervous system safety, especially when symptoms are dismissed or minimized over time. The Nervous System Cost of Not Being Believed Being dismissed does more than hurt emotionally. It changes how the body functions. When someone repeatedly seeks help and is told nothing is wrong, the nervous system begins to associate […]

Symptoms dismissed as anxiety related to nervous system dysregulation

Medical gaslighting leaving patients feeling dismissed and unheard

When your body is always on alert, it becomes hard to relax or feel safe. You might wake up tense, feel anxious without knowing why, or struggle to rest even when you are exhausted. This constant sense of pressure is a sign of nervous system dysregulation. It means the body’s stress response has lost its […]