Gabor Mate, a successful doctor, faced depression stemming from childhood trauma, which he recognized through reading Alice Miller's The Drama of the Gifted Child. He emphasized how books can guide self-discovery and understanding of personal experiences. Trauma profoundly affects mental and emotional health, but research indicates that the right resources can foster emotional regulation and a sense of safety. Many individuals seek literature on trauma, such as Dr. Bessel van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score, pointing to a growing interest in understanding and processing traumatic experiences through recommended readings from experts.
A good book gives you a map to yourself, said Dr. Mate, now a trauma researcher and author of The Myth of Normal.
My depression, my self-loathing, he explained, were a result of early childhood trauma.
Trauma is a deeply distressing experience that leaves lasting effects on a person's thoughts, emotions and behavior.
Research shows, however, that the right tools can help us regulate our emotions and rebuild a sense of safety.
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