Summary & Analysis of The Body Keeps the Score: with Key Takeaways

by FastReads

PLEASE This is a summary, analysis and review of the book and not the original book. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk explores the often misunderstood and misdiagnosed topics of trauma, PTSD, and recovery from it in his well-researched and scientifically supported book, The Body Keeps the Score. This FastReads Summary & Analysis offers supplementary material to Bessel van der Kolk's, The Body Keeps the Score to help you distill the key takeaways, asses the book's value, and further understand the writing style and overall themes from an editorial perspective. Whether you'd like to improve your retention and understanding, refresh your memory, or simply decide whether or not this book is for you, FastReads Summary & Analysis is here to help. Absorb everything you need to know in under 20 minutes! What does this FastReads Summary & Analysis Include? A short synopsis of the original book Editorial Review of the writing style and themes Key takeaways of the author's main points Quick chapter-by-chapter summaries A short biography of the the author Original Book Summary Overview Bessel van der Kolk’s long history and experience in treating trauma victims is clearly and precisely brought out in this book. Staying clear of deep and complex medical terms, the book guides the reader through a step-by-step logical sequence of how trauma is sustained, manifested, treated, and overcome. This book is a must-read for the layman and enthusiast, the patient and the physician, and above all, everyone who wants to know something about trauma and managing post-traumatic stress disorder. BEFORE YOU The purpose of this FastReads Summary & Analysis is to help you decide if it’s worth the time, money and effort reading the original book (if you haven’t already). FastReads has pulled out the essence—but only to help you ascertain the value of the book for yourself. This summary & analysis is meant as a supplement to, and not a replacement for, The Body Keeps the Score.

29 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 16, 2017

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[Charles Ray · Rating 5 out of 5]

In The Body Keeps the Score, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk explores trauma, PTSD, their causes and recovery. FastReads Summary & Analysis of this book, which can be read in fifteen minutes or less, provides a synopsis of the book, a discussion of its main points, and an editorial review. After reading this brief analysis, a busy reader will know whether the full book is worth the investment of time and money.
These summaries are extremely helpful at a time when the number of self-help and other books is proliferating. Highly recommended for the avid reader who wants help in making book-buying choices.

[Kim Henning · Rating 5 out of 5]

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