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The body appears to have an somatic memory of trauma experienced. A veteran Los Angeles psychotherapist summarizes scientific theories about stress responses, and offers case study-illustrated techniques for safely drawing on such memory as a therapeutic resource. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
The Body Remembers covers the psychophysiology of trauma and trauma treatment, providing new insights on physiology and psychological connections between trauma and memory. Scientific theory and clinical practice each are considered as Rothschild presents principles and techniques for understanding stress responses in both daily and long-term trauma situations.
Scientific and Medical Network
"This book breaks new ground in the understanding of trauma-related work . . . . Every therapist who reads this book is likely to find their work benefits from it. . . . [I]nvaluable for clinicians working with clients, researchers, students and the general public who want to understand the psychophysiology of trauma and knowing what to do about its manifestations. "
Trauma and Loss: Research and Interventions
"Babette Rothschild has produced a masterful book! This text should be required reading for all therapists, particularly those engaged in trauma work. . . . [A] clear pacesetter in integrating the physiological and psychological dimensions of emotions and the use of such knowledge in the therapeutic process. I hope this pioneer author continues her excellent work. "
