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What exactly is a twinge of dread we feel right above a stomach near sternum everytime i think something scary or suddenly remembering, lets say, i missed a deadline? is it an adrenaline or what exactly is responsible for that twinges?
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Stress causing vagal nerve irritation or stimulation.
Answered 11/18/2021
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It is part of the STRESS Response most likely . Recommend you read Hans Selye's books/publications. And read the Relaxation Response but cant remember the author. Look at Google Books.
Answered 12/2/2021
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