The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
By Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
A groundbreaking exploration of trauma and its lasting impact, The Body Keeps the Score is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand how past experiences shape the brain, body, and emotions.
Renowned psychiatrist Dr. Bessel van der Kolk draws on decades of research and clinical experience to reveal how trauma rewires the nervous system, affecting everything from mental health to physical well-being. With powerful case studies and scientific insights, he explores the latest breakthroughs in neuroscience and innovative treatments—from EMDR and yoga to neurofeedback and mindfulness—offering hope for healing beyond traditional talk therapy.
Whether you’re a trauma survivor, a mental health professional, or simply curious about the mind-body connection, The Body Keeps the Score provides invaluable tools to reclaim control, rewire the brain, and rediscover a life of resilience and joy.