The Body Keeps the Score

Authors: Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.

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Key Ideas

1. Trauma is stored in the body and affects both the mind and the physical health.

Bessel van der Kolk's book 'The Body Keeps the Score' explores the connection between trauma and its impact on the body and mind. Traumatic experiences can get stored in the body, leading to various physical and mental health issues.

2. Traditional talk therapy may not be sufficient to address trauma.

Van der Kolk emphasizes that traditional talk therapy, such as psychoanalysis or cognitive-behavioral therapy, may not effectively address trauma. He promotes the use of alternative therapies that involve somati....
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Quiz

1. How does trauma affect the brain's ability to regulate emotions?

It leads to an overactive amygdala and an underactive prefrontal cortex.

It enhances cognitive functions.

It strengthens emotional regulation.

It has no impact on emotional regulation.

2. What are some examples of body-based interventions for healing trauma?

Yoga, EMDR, and mindfulness

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, and medication

Group therapy, art therapy, and talk therapy

Acupuncture, massage therapy, and meditation

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