Height Psychology
Welcome to Height Psychology, where we provide unique insights into the human mind, through the combined perspectives of psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy. Episodes will span from exploring profound questions common to all of us, to addressing specific emotional disturbances experienced by some.
We endeavour to offer clarity to these complex topics as they relate to the mind, by way of bringing instinctual facts to conscious awareness. We can then point to methods which leverage this knowledge in a way that will better facilitate you in your pursuit of meaningful goals.
All of our content is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube, with transcripts published on our website. Anyway, enjoy!
Height Psychology
Anxiety In Depth (Part 3): The Science of How the Brain Fuels Fear
In this next episode of our series on anxiety, we shift focus from the psychological and philosophical aspects of anxiety to explore its scientific underpinnings. Delving into the central nervous system (CNS), we examine how key brain regions, such as the amygdala, prefrontal cortex (PFC), and hippocampus, contribute to the experience of anxiety.
We discuss the roles of neurotransmitters, including GABA, glutamate, serotonin, and noradrenaline, in regulating anxiety and explain the mechanisms behind medications that alter their levels. The episode also highlights how chronic stress impacts brain structures and explores how therapies such as existential psychotherapy, CBT, mindfulness, and exercise promote neuroplasticity, facilitating the reversal of chronic stress's effects.
Additionally, we introduce the concept of voluntary exposure to stressors, a technique designed to build resilience against anxiety by training the mind to remain calm during physiological stress.
Join us for a concise yet comprehensive exploration of how the brain fuels fear and strategies for effectively managing anxiety. We hope this proves helpful!