# The Body Keeps The Score

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Podcast: [Deep Dive Book Summaries](https://stenobird.com/podcast/deep-dive-book-summaries-7107036)
Published: 2026-09-04T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/horaciovicioso/episodes/The-Body-Keeps-The-Score-e3nnsgh
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## Resource

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk , a seminal work exploring how trauma fundamentally alters the brain, mind, and body . The sources include high praise from leading experts who highlight the book's integration of neuroscience and clinical history to humanize the treatment of survivors. Van der Kolk explains that traumatic events leave physiological imprints that keep individuals trapped in the past, often manifesting as hypervigilance or emotional numbness. Through the story of a Vietnam veteran named Tom, the author illustrates how traditional psychiatry often fails to address the deep-seated physical residues of terror. The text outlines various recovery paths , such as yoga, neurofeedback, and theater, which utilize neuroplasticity to help patients regain self-mastery. Ultimately, the work serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the unbearable toll of trauma and the innovative methods available for genuine healing.

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