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Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast

Bruce Perry on the Healing Power of Human Connection and Resilience in Trauma

May 9, 2024
Dr. Bruce Perry discusses trauma, resilience, and healing with a focus on the impact of early developmental experiences on adult functioning. Topics include understanding neurobiological responses, heart rate monitoring in medical students, the influence of early trauma on personality development, the importance of human connection for children, and advocating for parents to engage in therapeutic activities for adopted children.
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  • Early developmental experiences profoundly impact adult functioning.
  • Childhood trauma leads to lasting mental health effects like PTSD.

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Dr. Bruce Perry's Unique Journey and Interest in Trauma

Dr. Bruce Perry shares his intriguing journey from studying animals to neuroscience, emphasizing the profound impact of early developmental experiences on adult functioning. Perry's interest in trauma stemmed from studying the brain's stress response systems and developmental insults' effect on behavior and physiology.

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