Chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation affect a substantial share of the global workforce, with women reporting measurably higher rates of occupational stress and burnout than men. This paper examines the theoretical foundations and documented outcomes of somatic wellness approaches for stress reduction and nervous system support, with particular attention to interoception-based,...
Chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation disproportionately affect women worldwide, with the 2024 Ipsos World Mental Health Day survey reporting that 66% of women globally experience stress that impairs daily functioning, compared with 58% of men. Despite this documented burden, access to body-centered, non-pharmacological forms of support remains limited, and the mechanisms through...