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Why temperature regulation affects nervous system safety

I feel most comfortable when I am very cold because heat makes me feel panicked and out of control and I do not understand this reaction.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Thermoregulation and emotional regulation are intimately connected, and preferences for extreme temperatures often reflect the nervous system's attempt to maintain stability.

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