47 pages • 1 hour read
Bessel van der KolkThe Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2014A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk offers a comprehensive exploration of trauma's impacts on the body and mind, blending scientific data with personal anecdotes. Praised for its empathy and accessible writing, some critics find it overly detailed or disjointed. Overall, it is a valuable resource for both professionals and lay readers seeking insight into trauma recovery.
Who Should Read The Body Keeps the Score?
A reader who would enjoy The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk is passionate about psychology, trauma recovery, and neuroscience. They likely enjoyed The Body by Bill Bryson and Waking the Tiger by Peter A. Levine. This reader seeks insights and practical advice on healing from trauma and understanding its physical and psychological impacts.
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