The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk explores the profound impact of psychological trauma on both the mind and body.

Drawing from his research and experiences, he discusses how advances in brain science, attachment research, and body awareness have led to effective treatments for trauma survivors.

This book demonstrates how trauma reshapes the body and brain, impairing individuals’ abilities to experience pleasure, engage with others, exercise self-control, and trust. Van der Kolk emphasises the importance of integrating these scientific findings into therapeutic approaches to help survivors heal from the lasting effects of trauma.