LibraryScenariosHow trauma memories live in the body
Scenario

How trauma memories live in the body

My car accident was eight years ago but I still tense up and my neck starts hurting every time I'm in traffic.

Dipa
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Past injuries create present vigilance, as the body continues to prepare for dangers that have already passed.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Pain — acute and chronic management?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.