The body has its way of remembering trauma from "summary" of Body Remembers Casebook by Babette Rothschild
In the day-to-day practice of trauma therapy, the body often reveals more than the client's words. Despite the client's attempts to avoid or deny the trauma, the body has a way of remembering. This remembering is not always conscious; it can manifest in physical symptoms, emotional reactions, or behavioral patterns. Even when the mind has repressed or dissociated from the traumatic event, the body retains the memories. The body's memory of trauma can be triggered by various cues, such as certain smells, sounds, or sensations. These triggers can cause the individual to re-experience the traumatic event as if it were happening in the present moment. This reactivation of the trauma can be overwhelming and distressing for the client, leading to symptoms such as panic attacks, flashbacks, or dissociation. As a trauma therapist, it is essential to understand and work with the body's memory of trauma. By attuning to the client's bodily sensations, movements, and expressions, th...
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