Neural Basis of Body-Mind Interaction and Body-Mind Practice
Exploring Body-Mind Interactions and Their Impact on Well-Being March 19, 2026 Yoshihara Kazufumi
Stress triggers mind-body symptoms by activating the autonomic nervous system through the brain. Neuroimaging studies have identified the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) and the insular cortex as being central to this interaction. Abnormalities in these regions have been linked to stress-related disorders such as depression, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic pain. Recent research shows that...