The Resilient Mind Unexplained Pain? This Is What Your Brain Is Trying to Tell You - Dr. David Clarke
Jul 23, 2025
Dr. David Clarke, President of the Association for Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms, discusses chronic pain with roots in emotional and psychological factors. He explains how the brain can generate pain in response to stress and trauma, emphasizing hope for healing through neuroplasticity. The importance of joy and self-care in managing pain is highlighted, along with personal stories of transformation. Clarke's insights encourage listeners to address underlying issues and embrace optimism in their healing journey.
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Understanding Neuroplastic Symptoms
- Neuroplastic symptoms are real pain or illness caused by the brain, not by injury or disease.
- This shows hope as these symptoms can change with proper diagnosis and treatment.
Prevalence and Recognition Gap
- Neuroplastic pain affects 20% of adults and 40% of primary care visits involve it.
- Many health professionals lack training to address the stress and trauma causing these symptoms.
Stress and Trauma Trigger Pain
- A patient had pain only when driving to work, linking pain to workplace stress.
- Another woman suffered symptoms after being held hostage with a gun pointed at her neck unnoticed by doctors.
