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On Being with Krista Tippett

Bessel van der Kolk – How Trauma Lodges in the Body, Revisited

Nov 11, 2021
50:47

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Quick takeaways

  • Trauma occurs when people are hurt by those who are supposed to care for them, leading to difficulties in integrating and processing the traumatic memories.
  • Therapies that engage the body, such as yoga and somatic experiencing, help individuals reconnect with their bodies and process trauma.

Deep dives

Understanding the impact of trauma on individuals and society

Psychiatrist Besel van der Kolk, known for his expertise in treating trauma, discusses the effects of overwhelming experiences and how they impact people and society. He highlights the importance of social support and the role of memory in trauma. Van der Kolk emphasizes that trauma occurs when people are hurt by those who are supposed to care for them, leading to difficulties in integrating and processing the traumatic memories. He also explores the implications of trauma on politics, cultures, and relationships.

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