What Happened to You?
Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing
Summary:
The book delves into the impact of trauma on individuals' lives, exploring the science of how adverse experiences, especially in childhood, shape behavior and brain development. It offers a dialogue on understanding past trauma to foster resilience and healing, emphasizing the importance of shifting the question from "What's wrong with you?" to "What happened to you?"
Key points:
1. Trauma's Impact on Brain: The book highlights how trauma can change a child's brain structure and function, affecting their mental and physical health long-term.
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