In this memoir, Pamela Anderson recounts her life story with honesty and vulnerability. The book alternates between storytelling and original poetry, providing a unique and layered account of her experiences. Anderson discusses her childhood on Vancouver Island, her rapid rise to fame after being discovered at a football game, and her subsequent life as a Playboy cover girl and Hollywood star. She addresses her relationships, including her marriage to Tommy Lee and other notable figures, as well as her struggles with media scrutiny, abuse, and the impact on her personal life. The memoir highlights her passion for art, literature, and activism, and how she has reclaimed her narrative and identity[1][2][4].
In this book, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk uses recent scientific advances to show how trauma reshapes both the body and brain, compromising sufferers’ capacities for pleasure, engagement, self-control, and trust. He explores various treatments, including neurofeedback, meditation, sports, drama, and yoga, which activate the brain’s natural neuroplasticity to aid in recovery. The book emphasizes the power of relationships in both causing and healing trauma and offers hope through descriptions of novel approaches to treatment. It is based on Dr. van der Kolk’s own research and that of other leading specialists in the field[1][2][5].
In this book, child psychiatrist Daniel J. Siegel and early childhood expert Mary Hartzell delve into how our childhood experiences influence our parenting. Drawing on new findings in neurobiology and attachment research, they explain how interpersonal relationships impact brain development and offer a step-by-step approach for parents to understand their own life stories. This understanding helps parents raise compassionate and resilient children. The book is based on a series of parents' workshops and includes exercises for self-reflection and journaling, as well as sections on neuroscience research to support the recommendations.
In this book, Gabor Maté and his son Daniel Maté challenge the prevailing understanding of 'normal' health, arguing that Western medicine often neglects the impact of trauma, stress, and modern-day living on our bodies and minds. They connect the dots between individual health issues and the broader societal problems, offering a compassionate guide for health and healing. The book is based on over four decades of clinical experience and is supported by extensive scientific research, patient stories, and personal disclosures.
In this book, Dr. Gabor Maté argues that Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) is not a genetic 'illness' but a response to environmental stress. He explains that the brain circuits responsible for emotional self-regulation and attention control fail to develop in infancy due to life experiences. The book provides insights for parents to understand their ADD children and for adults with ADD to gain insights into their emotions and behaviors. It presents a program to promote neurological development in both children and adults, emphasizing the role of social and emotional environments in both the cause and cure of the condition.
This book, now in its second edition, explores the critical role of touch in human development and well-being. Tiffany Field argues that American society is dangerously touch-deprived, with negative impacts on physical and mental health. The book discusses how touch therapy can benefit individuals from premature infants to adults, addressing conditions such as asthma, cancer, and eating disorders. It also delves into the physiological and biological effects of touch, including its impact on brain development, stress reduction, and immune function. Field emphasizes the need for a daily dose of touch to counteract the isolating effects of modern life and digital social media.
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11:45 - How Did Gabor Begin Studying Trauma?
15:30 - The Science-Practice Gap
18:00 - Therapy And Health Issues
20:15 - Race And Trauma
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22:30 - Development Roles In Trauma
25:50 - Stress In Animals
28:20 - Socioeconomic Status And Health
31:20 - The Myth Of The Happy Childhood
33:45 - Diving Into Melanie's ' Childhood
40:40 - The Significance Of Touch
41:15 - The Role Of Reward And Praise
46:50 - Maternal Mitochondria
51:15 - The Instinct To Have Children
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1:03:40 - The Role Of Relationships
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1:08:30 - Being Triggered
Dr. Gabor Maté On How To Reframe A Challenging Moment And Feel Empowered | The Tim Ferriss Show
1:12:15 - Can We Evolve To Deal With Trauma Better
1:13:35 - The Use Of Psychedelics
1:15:35 - Gabor's Triggers
1:19:30 - The Role Of Trauma And The Past; How We Experience The Present
1:22:00 - Letting Go Of The Past
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