The biology of trauma

If we truly want to heal, we must understand trauma as a collection of biological states and processes in the body – not as an isolated external event.

Today, we know more about human health than ever before, and yet our treatment outcomes are getting worse. Medical approaches to both physical and mental health remain incomplete – they overlook the fact that trauma leads to biological adaptations at a cellular level, which complicate the healing process.

As long as medical professionals focus solely on psychology without addressing the fear stored in the body and the adaptive mechanisms of cells, or treat only physical symptoms without considering stored emotions and repressed memories, therapy often misses the mark. Both patients and doctors then suffer from frustration and burnout, repeating procedures that do not lead to lasting change.

This is where Dr. Aimie Apigian comes in with her revolutionary integrative methour After more than ten years of clinical research and practice, her inspirational book presents the latest scientific findings on how trauma affects the body at a cellular level and shows a new, encouraging path to holistic healing.

“This book goes beyond psychosomatic treatment to show how stressors can affect the mind, body, and spirit. Armed with the important insights presented in The Biology of Trauma, Dr. Apigian guides the reader – whether a doctor, therapist, other caregiver, or layperson – on a journey of understanding and healing.”

– Peter A. Levine, Ph.D., creator of the Somatic Experiencing method

“This book is a kind and scientifically-backed guide on a journey that transforms trauma into an opportunity for better self-regulation, resilience, and a renewed connection with oneself and others.”

– Stephen Porges, Ph.D., author of the polyvagal theory