What if something that happened years—or even decades—ago is still creating a physiological response in your body today?

Trauma can trigger a threat response that can affect the nervous system, stress physiology, inflammation, and immune signaling years after the event occured, and research suggests that addressing stressful experiences can sometimes produce measurable changes in physical health. In this episode, we explore the connection between trauma and the body, including fascinating research on PTSD, adverse childhood experiences, inflammation, and chronic disease.

You’ll learn how to recognize experiences that may still carry an emotional or physical “charge,” what processing trauma actually means, and several approaches that can help—from journaling and trauma-focused therapy to EMDR, mindfulness, breathwork, and body-based techniques.

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DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not offer medical or mental health advice. Trauma is not presented as the sole cause of serious or chronic illness, and emotional healing is not a substitute for appropriate medical care. If you have significant trauma or PTSD, consider working with a qualified trauma-informed mental health professional. Consult your licensed healthcare provider before making changes to your treatment or health regimen.

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