Feeling blue, even after trying ALL the usual sunshine pills? Turns out, our trusty vagus nerve might have a trick up its sleeve! Think of it as the body's chill-out remote. A recent study showed that zapping this nerve can lift the fog of even stubborn depression. After two years, almost half of the participants found their smiles again! It's like giving your brain a gentle nudge, waking up its happy chemicals. Plus, it seems to quiet down inner inflammation. A few hiccups like a froggy voice were reported, but nothing too scary. So, could VNS be the unexpected hero in the depression story? Maybe it’s time to give that vagus nerve some love! https://www.empr.com/news/lasting-benefit-seen-for-vagus-nerve-stimulation-in-treatment-resistant-depression

Hi everyone, I’m new to Vagus School and excited to dive in. For those with experience here, what practice or tool made the biggest difference for you early on breathing, nutrition, or VNS methods? Appreciate any guidance as I get started.

Struggling with treatment-resistant depression? Turns out, zapping your vagus nerve might be the mood-boosting hack you didn't know existed. Think of your vagus nerve as your body's chill-out guru. This study? A 2-year deep dive into how implanted vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) can offer lasting relief. The results are in: 67% felt a major uplift, with a 50%+ dip in depression. Plus, 43% hit full-on remission. Hello, life! VNS isn't just a quick fix; it's like giving your brain a long-term happiness upgrade. Quality of life? Functioning? Both saw a significant jump. This stimulation nudges your brain to release feel-good chemicals, like norepinephrine and serotonin. Bonus: it chills out inflammation and sparks brain cell growth. Like a neural shield against aging, VNS builds mental resilience for a brighter, clearer future. Side effects? Mostly just a bit of voice quirkiness or a cough (when you do electrical, but not the case with Ultrasound !) The big picture? VNS is a promising path to enduring well-being. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41529263