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Book 1: The Body Keeps Score. How to leave psychological trauma in the past
Traumatic experiences are imprinted in the body and force a person to relive the pain every time. Dr Bessel van der Kolk has taken it upon himself to find ways to break free from this trap. His practical and theoretical research on psychological trauma is invaluable when it comes to rebuilding perception, understanding the cause of suffering, finding a successful treatment, and relearning about yourself.
This book contains comprehensive information related to trauma, covering the following diverse aspects:
-Discoveries in neuroscience; -Causes of trauma, including dysfunctional relationships; -The effects of trauma, such as amnesia, dissociation, depression, etc.
treatment methods, both non-pharmacological and pharmaceutical;
examples of social projects that can help patients re-adapt to society.
Book 2. Psychological trauma and the path to recovery. The consequences of violence - from domestic abuse to political terror
This book is the fruit of two decades of research and clinical work with victims of sexual violence and domestic violence, as well as with combat veterans and victims of political terror. It is about restoring connections: between public and private spaces, between individuals and communities, between men and women. The book will be indispensable for psychologists, psychotherapists, doctors, and those who, having experienced violence, are looking for a way to recovery.