Stress can be managed through several traditional therapies. Did you know that Acupuncture will stimulate your brain with several chemical reactions to reduce stress? Stress activates the sympathetic nervous system, while acupuncture can activate the opposing parasympathetic nervous system, which initiates the relaxation response. Research has shown that acupuncture may specifically benefit symptoms of stress by deactivating the ‘analytical’ brain, which is responsible for anxiety and worry. This therapy regulates levels of neurotransmitters and hormones such as serotonin, noradrenaline, and dopamine, thus altering the brain’s mood chemistry to help to combat negative affective states.