Mayim Bialik's Breakdown PART TWO: The Science Behind Trauma: The Connection to Inflammation & Depression & How You Can Heal
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Jul 16, 2025 
Dr. Aimie Apigian, a trauma expert and author of The Biology of Trauma, shares her insight on how unresolved trauma can impact physical health, tying it to issues like autoimmune diseases and chronic fatigue. She explores the biological effects of trauma, emphasizing the difference between stress and trauma. Aimie highlights the significance of somatic healing practices and the connection between trauma and emotional well-being, offering practical tools for healing. This engaging conversation reveals how recognizing trauma can foster clarity and purpose in life.
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Ask About Trauma to Help
- Ask patients about their trauma history; the inquiry itself improves outcomes.
- Avoid rushing to fix; listening can be a powerful first step in healing.
Healing Proof Through Presence at Deathbed
- Dr. Apigian overcame her fear of emotional closure by staying present with a dying friend.
- This moment proved her somatic healing methods were effective for trauma recovery.
Build Presence to Promote Safety
- Practice being fully present in everyday actions rather than autopilot.
- This builds inner safety and changes nervous system responses over time.
