What is trauma? The author of “The Body Keeps the Score” explains | Bessel van der Kolk | Big Think

In this video, Bessel van der Kolk, the author of "The Body Keeps the Score," explains what trauma is and how it affects the body and brain. He discusses the different types of trauma, including developmental trauma, shock trauma, and complex trauma, and how they can lead to conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction.

Van der Kolk also talks about the importance of treating trauma not just with talk therapy, but also with somatic therapies such as yoga, mindfulness, and neurofeedback. He emphasizes the need for trauma survivors to feel safe and supported in their healing journey, and encourages society to prioritize prevention and early intervention to reduce the prevalence of trauma.