Discover one of the most influential books ever written on trauma recovery with The Body Keeps the Score by renowned psychiatrist Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. A #1 New York Times bestseller, this groundbreaking work has transformed the way mental health professionals and readers around the world understand the lasting effects of trauma on the brain, body, and mind.

Drawing on more than three decades of clinical research and experience, Dr. van der Kolk explains how traumatic experiences can reshape the nervous system, affect emotions and relationships, and impact both physical and mental health. He also explores evidence-based therapies and innovative approaches—including mindfulness, neurofeedback, yoga, movement, theater, and other body-centered practices—that can support healing and recovery.

Written in an accessible and compassionate style, The Body Keeps the Score combines cutting-edge neuroscience, real patient stories, and practical insights to help readers better understand trauma and the remarkable capacity of the human brain to heal.

Whether you're a mental health professional, student, caregiver, or someone seeking a deeper understanding of trauma and resilience, this essential book offers hope, knowledge, and a powerful new perspective on recovery.

Why You'll Love The Body Keeps the Score

• #1 New York Times bestseller
• Groundbreaking research on trauma and healing
• Written by one of the world's leading trauma experts
• Combines neuroscience with real-life case studies
• Explores evidence-based healing approaches
• Valuable resource for therapists, educators, and caregivers
• Encouraging and informative
• Modern classic in psychology and mental health

Topics Covered

• Trauma and PTSD
• Brain and nervous system function
• Emotional healing
• Mind-body connection
• Neuroplasticity
• Childhood trauma
• Resilience and recovery
• Evidence-based therapies

Perfect For Readers Interested In

• Psychology
• Mental health
• Trauma recovery
• Personal growth
• Counseling
• Neuroscience
• Social work
• Wellness and healing

Book Details

Title: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

Series: Standalone

Author: Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.

Format: Paperback

Genre:

• Psychology
• Mental Health
• Self-Help
• Medical
• Personal Development

Pages:
464

Publication Date:
September 8, 2015

Dimensions:
8.4 × 5.5 × 1.1 inches

About the Author

Dr. Bessel van der Kolk is a pioneering psychiatrist, researcher, and educator specializing in trauma and post-traumatic stress. He is the founder and medical director of the Trauma Center in Brookline, Massachusetts, a professor of psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine, and a leading authority on the science of trauma recovery. His work has helped reshape modern approaches to understanding and treating traumatic stress.