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“The social environment interacts with brain chemistry. Manipulating a monkey into a lower position in the dominance hierarchy made his serotonin drop, while chemically enhancing serotonin elevated the rank of former subordinates.”

Quote by Bessel van der Kolk

Book:The Body Keeps the Score / Trauma and Recovery / Hidden Healing Powers

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The Body Keeps the Score / Trauma and Recovery / Hidden Healing Powers

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Bessel van der Kolk

Bessel van der Kolk is a renowned psychologist and author specializing in the study and treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). His work has had a profound impact on understanding the psychological effects of trauma and how to effectively treat trauma survivors. more

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