Free Audiobook : The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk

Trauma is an undeniable part of life. Combat veterans and their families grapple with the lingering effects of war, one in five Americans has experienced molestation, one in four grew up with alcoholic parents, and one in three couples has experienced physical violence. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, a renowned expert on trauma, has dedicated over three decades to working with survivors.

In his groundbreaking book, The Body Keeps the Score, Dr. van der Kolk delves into the ways trauma fundamentally alters the body and brain, compromising individuals' ability to experience pleasure, engage with the world, exercise self-control, and trust others. Drawing on recent scientific breakthroughs, he explores innovative therapies such as neurofeedback, meditation, sports, drama, and yoga, all of which tap into the brain's natural capacity for neuroplasticity, providing new avenues for recovery. Through his own research and that of other leading specialists, Dr. van der Kolk reveals the profound impact of relationships in both harming and healing individuals, offering newfound hope for reclaiming lives affected by trauma.