In this engaging discussion, Bessel van Der Kolk, a leading expert on trauma and psychiatry, delves into how childhood experiences profoundly affect mental health. He shares insights on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, advocating for its effectiveness in healing trauma. Bessel also highlights the dangers of over-medication in children, emphasizing the importance of secure attachments and innovative healing methods like movement and breathwork. He sheds light on the societal impacts of technology-induced loneliness and the crucial need for genuine human connection.

When Krista interviewed the psychiatrist and trauma specialist Bessel van der Kolk for the first time, his book The Body Keeps the Score was about to be published. She described him then as “an innovator in treating the effects of overwhelming experiences on people and society.” She catches up with him in 2021 — as we are living through one vast overwhelming experience after the other. And The Body Keeps the Score is now one of the most widely read books in the pandemic world. His perspective is utterly unique and very practically helpful — on what’s been happening in our bodies and our brains, and how that relationship can become severed and restored.Bessel van der Kolk is the founder and medical director of the Trauma Research Foundation in Brookline, Massachusetts. He’s also a professor of psychiatry at Boston University Medical School. His books include Traumatic Stress: The Effects of Overwhelming Experience on the Mind, Body, and Society and The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma.Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org.

Krista interviewed the psychiatrist and trauma specialist Bessel van der Kolk for the first time in 2013, as his book The Body Keeps the Score was about to be published. He is an innovator in treating the effects of overwhelming experiences. We call this “trauma” when we encounter it in life and news, and we tend to leap to address it by talking. But Bessel van der Kolk knows how some experiences imprint themselves beyond where language can reach. He explores state-of-the-art therapeutic treatments — including body work like yoga and eye movement therapy — and shares what he and others are learning on this edge of humanity about the complexity of memory, our need for others, and how our brains take care of our bodies.Bessel van der Kolk is the founder and medical director of the Trauma Research Foundation in Brookline, Massachusetts. He’s also a professor of psychiatry at Boston University Medical School. His books include Traumatic Stress: The Effects of Overwhelming Experience on the Mind, Body, and Society and The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma.This interview is edited and produced with music and other features in the On Being episode "Bessel van der Kolk – Trauma, the Body, and 2021." Find the transcript for that show at onbeing.org.This show originally aired in July 2013.

Bessel van der Kolk, renowned trauma researcher and author, talks about trauma's impact on mental and physical health. He discusses the prevalence of trauma, its effects on the brain, and the importance of recognizing and addressing traumatic experiences. He also explores the role of talk therapy in processing trauma and the challenges faced in promoting the importance of trauma awareness.

Bessel van der Kolk, a leading psychiatrist and author of "The Body Keeps the Score," dives into the complex world of trauma and its impact on both body and mind. He discusses how traditional psychiatric treatments often fall short, advocating for innovative approaches like theater therapy and body awareness. The conversation highlights the vital connection between our relationships and healing, the significance of understanding trauma's effects on the nervous system, and the potential of new therapies such as EMDR and psychedelics to transform recovery.

Join renowned physician Gabor Mate, trauma expert Bessel van der Kolk, and Internal Family Systems creator Richard Schwartz for a lively discussion on ADHD and trauma. They delve into the link between Adverse Childhood Experiences and ADHD symptoms, challenging misconceptions about the condition. The host shares personal travel anecdotes and innovative tools like the BRIC device to enhance focus. Plus, tackling listener questions about family dynamics and packing tips adds a personal touch, ensuring a rich exploration of ADHD's complexities.

Psychiatrist Dr. Bessel van der Kolk helps a shark attack survivor cope with lasting trauma on the podcast. They discuss grieving the 'old you' and embracing your new self to heal mentally and physically.

Bessel van der Kolk, pioneer in trauma treatment, discusses innovative therapies like neurofeedback, psychedelics, and yoga. He explores trauma's impact on development and memory, advocating for personalized mental health care and the importance of social support in healing. The chapter also touches on the challenges of researching psychedelics for therapeutic purposes.

Dr. Bessel Van der Kolk, NYT bestselling author and trauma research pioneer, discusses the link between trauma and ADHD. They question the validity of the DSM, explore alternative approaches for helping children with ADHD, and discuss the role of medication. The importance of somatic healing and co-regulation with others is emphasized, highlighting the transformative process of parenting.

Psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk is an innovator in treating the effects of overwhelming experiences. We call this “trauma” when we encounter it in life and news, and we tend to leap to address it by talking. But Bessel van der Kolk knows how some experiences imprint themselves beyond where language can reach. He explores state-of-the-art therapeutic treatments — including body work like yoga and eye movement therapy — and shares what he and others are learning on this edge of humanity about the complexity of memory, our need for others, and how our brains take care of our bodies.Bessel van der Kolk is the founder and medical director of the Trauma Center in Brookline, Massachusetts. He’s also a professor of psychiatry at Boston University Medical School. His books include Traumatic Stress: The Effects of Overwhelming Experience on the Mind, Body, and Society and The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma.Find the transcript for this show at onbeing.org. This show originally aired in July 2013.