Activity Quote by Ivan Pavlov
“In the dog two conditions were found to produce pathological disturbances by functional interference, namely, an unusually acute clashing of the excitatory and inhibitory processes, and the influence of strong and extraordinary stimuli. In man precisely similar conditions constitute the usual causes of nervous and psychic disturbances. Different conditions productive of extreme excitation, such as intense grief or bitter insults, often lead, when the natural reactions are inhibited by the necessary restraint, to profound and prolonged loss of balance in nervous and psychic activity.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Physiology of the Nervous System, 1903
Extreme emotional stress and strong stimuli can disrupt the balance of brain excitation and inhibition, causing mental disturbances.
In simple terms: Stress overwhelms brain balance.
Key Takeaway
Manage stress and avoid extreme triggers.
Themes
psychology
neuroscience
stress
balance
mental health
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
educational
clinical
When to use this quote
- high‑pressure work
- personal conflict
- traumatic events
- intense grief
- verbal abuse
Key Concepts
excitatory‑inhibitory dynamics
emotional regulation
psychopathology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you restore neural balance?
- What coping strategies reduce extreme excitation?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring underlying causes may lead to chronic issues.
