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Trauma is stored in the body from "summary" of Trauma and Memory by Peter A. Levine,Ph.D.
The experience of trauma can have a profound impact on the body, not just the mind. When a person is faced with a traumatic event, the body's natural response is to go into a state of high alert, preparing to fight, flee, or freeze. This physiological response is a normal reaction to danger, designed to protect us from harm. However, when the trauma is overwhelming or prolonged, the body's stress response can become stuck in a state of hyperarousal. This can lead to a range of physical symptoms, such as muscle tension, digestive issues, and chronic pain. The body essentially becomes stuck in a state of "fight or flight," unable to return to a state of relaxation. One of the key concepts in understanding how trauma is stored in the body is the idea of "somatic experiencing." This approach, developed by Peter A. Levine, focuses on how the body processes and releases traumatic energy...
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