Trauma changes the way the brain functions from "summary" of The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel A. Van der Kolk
Trauma can alter the way the brain processes information and responds to stimuli. The impact of trauma on the brain can be profound, leading to changes in how an individual perceives and interacts with the world around them. The brain is constantly adapting and changing in response to experiences, and trauma can disrupt this process, causing long-lasting effects on cognitive and emotional functioning. One way in which trauma affects the brain is by disrupting the normal functioning of the amygdala, the brain's fear center. When a person experiences trauma, the amygdala can become hypersensitive, leading to exaggerated fear responses and heightened levels of anxiety. This can result in a constant state of hypervigilance, where the individual is on high alert for potential threats, even in situations where there is no real danger present. ...
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