Dr. Bessel van der Kolk reveals that trauma is not just a psychological memory—it is physically stored in the body. This means that past experiences can continue to affect emotions, behavior, relationships, and even physical health long after the event has passed.
The Body Keeps the Score is one of the most influential books on trauma, explaining how deeply traumatic experiences reshape both the brain and the body.
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk reveals that trauma is not just a psychological memory—it is physically stored in the body. This means that past experiences can continue to affect emotions, behavior, relationships, and even physical health long after the event has passed.
Through decades of research and real clinical cases, the book explores how trauma disrupts the nervous system and how individuals can reclaim control of their lives through innovative treatments such as mindfulness, EMDR, yoga, and body-centered therapies.
