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Expressive therapies like art and music can help trauma survivors heal from "summary" of The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel A. Van der Kolk

Expressive therapies such as art and music have been proven to be effective tools in helping trauma survivors heal. These forms of therapy allow individuals to tap into their inner emotions and experiences in a nonverbal way, which can be especially beneficial for those who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally due to the effects of trauma. Art therapy, for example, can help trauma survivors externalize their internal struggles and process their traumatic experiences through creative expression. By engaging in activities such as drawing, painting, or sculpting, individuals can explore their feelings and memories in a saf...
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    The Body Keeps the Score

    Bessel A. Van der Kolk

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