Polyvagal Theory has contributed a biologically grounded framework for understanding autonomic regulation, safety, and social engagement, informing research and clinical practice across neuroscience, psychology, medicine, and education. As the theory has gained wider visibility, it has also become the subject of critique across academic and public forums. This page provides a concise, evidence-based clarification of Polyvagal Theory’s core claims, scope, and scientific grounding, with the goal of supporting accurate evaluation through reference to primary sources and contemporary neurophysiology.

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