The Body Keeps The Score
Summary
This episode critiques Bessel van der Kolk’s *The Body Keeps the Score*, arguing that while its premise on trauma’s physical impact is valuable, the book relies on debunked neuroscience like the triune brain model. Hosts highlight problematic anecdotes, including a sympathetic portrayal of a war criminal and fabricated composite characters presented as real. They also expose factual errors, such as unsupported claims about hormone levels in abused girls. The discussion contrasts the book’s cultural influence with its scientific inaccuracies and ethical issues.
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