The Neuropsychology of Trauma and Healing

This chapter explores the critical role of the right brain in emotional regulation, empathy, and understanding psychopathology related to trauma. It emphasizes the historical neglect of trauma in psychoanalysis and the emerging recognition of relational trauma's impact on psychological health. The discussion also highlights the importance of establishing trust in therapeutic settings to facilitate healing from trauma and the complexities of dissociation experienced by both therapists and patients.