Jumia Books The Body Remembers: The Psychophysiology of Trauma and Trauma Treatment by Babette Rothschild

The Body Remembers by Babette Rothschild is a pioneering work in trauma therapy that bridges the gap between psychological theory and physiological reality. With clarity and compassion, Rothschild introduces readers to the concept that trauma is not just a psychological experience—it is deeply embedded in the body’s nervous system and physical responses.

Drawing on the latest research in neuroscience, somatic psychology, and clinical practice, Rothschild explains how traumatic experiences can dysregulate the autonomic nervous system, leading to symptoms such as hypervigilance, dissociation, chronic pain, and emotional instability. She emphasizes that effective trauma treatment must address both the mind and the body, and that therapists must be attuned to the physiological signals that accompany emotional distress.

The book offers practical tools for clinicians, including strategies for pacing therapy, managing flashbacks, and helping clients build bodily awareness and safety. Rothschild also provides insights into how trauma memories are stored and retrieved, and how therapeutic interventions can be tailored to avoid retraumatization.

Accessible to both professionals and lay readers, The Body Remembers is widely regarded as a foundational text in the field of trauma-informed care. It empowers therapists to work more effectively and ethically with trauma survivors, and it offers survivors a deeper understanding of their own healing journey.

Whether you're a mental health practitioner, bodyworker, or someone navigating your own recovery, this book offers essential knowledge and guidance for integrating the body into the process of emotional healing.