The Body Keeps the Score

Name: The Body Keeps the Score
Author: Bessel van der Kolk
ISBN: 9780141978611

Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

Psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk explains how trauma affects both the mind and the body, and explores many paths to healing.

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01Trauma lives in the body
Painful experiences can leave a lasting mark on the body as well as the mind.
02The brain adapts to danger
Trauma can keep the brain on high alert long after the danger has passed.
03Feeling safe comes first
Healing starts with a sense of safety and connection with others.
04Many ways to heal
Talking, movement, yoga, therapy and creative outlets can all help.
05Reconnect with your body
Learning to notice and calm your body helps you feel in control again.
06Relationships matter
Supportive people play a big part in recovery.
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