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Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems are two extremes of a spectrum. The "fight or flight" reaction is triggered by the sympathetic nervous system, which puts us on high alert (Bernhard, 2011). Because it detects threats fast, this response is essential to human survival (Bernard, 2011). On the other hand, the parasympathetic nervous system calms the body and mind by relaxing us (Bernard, 2011). By applying diaphragm breathing imagery or stroking their lips with two fingers, one can activate the parasympathetic nervous system (Bernard, 2011). An individual with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) has extreme anxiety over ordinary occurrences without any apparent cause. Generalized anxiety disorder sufferers frequently anticipate catastrophe and are plagued by uncontrollable worries about their families, jobs, health, and education (Alvord & Halfond, 2020). High levels of worry about an upcoming circumstance or event would be indicative of a GAD (Alvord & Halfond, 2020). While some amounts of worry are appropriate, anxiety becomes troublesome when it debilitates or causes one to concentrate on an unfavorable consequence. Anxiety or fear will almost always be triggered by a phobic scenario or object, such as a fear of flying or crossing a bridge (Hooley et al., 2019). The terror felt is excessive compared to the real event or item; the person will either have to endure the ordeal or avoid it entirely (Hooley et al., 2019). GAD and phobic objects differ in that the former is more generic, with disasters seemingly around every corner and the common response being to stay inside one's safe haven. On the other hand, phobic objects are unique to one event, such as driving over bridges, and its sufferers are aware that they are experiencing excessive dread and endure suffering while doing so. The person would be trained to use breathing, visual, or tactile techniques to assist them calm down in order to engage the parasympathetic nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous system can be stimulated by touching the lips with two fingers, visualizing a serene location such as a beach or riverfront, and breathing utilizing the diaphragm (Bernard, 2011). The person would be trained to use breathing, visual, or tactile techniques to assist them calm down in order to engage the parasympathetic nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous system can be stimulated by touching the lips with two fingers, visualizing a serene location such as a beach or riverfront, and breathing utilizing the diaphragm (Bernard, 2011). Reference Alvord, M., & Halfond,, R. (2020). What is the difference between stress and anxiety? American Psychological Society . https://doi.org/10.1037/e508292020-001 American Psychiatric Association. (2017). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders: Dsm-5. Bernhard, T. (2011). Four tips for slowing down to reduce stress. Psychology Today. Retrieved November 7, 2021, from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/turning-straw- gold/201109/4-tips-slowing-down-reduce-stress

. Hooley, J. M., Nock, M. K., & Butcher, J. N. (2019). Abnormal Psychology (18th Edition). Pearson Education (US). https://mbsdirect.vitalsource.com/books/9780135190968

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