Tim Westbrook
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Why Trauma is Your Biology Not Your Psychology with Dr. Aimie Apigian
Why Trauma is Your Biology Not Your Psychology with Dr. Aimie Apigian
Why Trauma is Your Biology Not Your Psychology with Dr. Aimie Apigian
Tuesday 8th August 2023
Discover how trauma affects your biology and addiction in this episode of 'I Love Being Sober' with Dr. Aimie Apigian.
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Episode Overview
- Trauma isn't just a psychological issue but is deeply rooted in the body's nervous system and biology.
- Addressing the underlying dysregulation that drives addictive behaviours is crucial.
- Recognizing unresolved stored trauma through trauma thoughts, body sensations, and physical health conditions.
- Dr. Aimie's upcoming Biology of Trauma Summit, featuring insights from various trauma experts and its focus on trauma's impact on disease.
- Challenging the traditional approach to trauma work and offering a new perspective on trauma's manifestation in the body.
Yeah. No, trauma is so much more biology than just our psychology.
What if trauma is more about your body's biology than your mind's psychology? In this engaging episode of 'I Love Being Sober', Tim Westbrook sits down with Dr. Aimie Apigian to unpack this very idea. Dr. Aimie, a dual board-certified physician, brings a wealth of knowledge in Preventive and Addiction Medicine, along with advanced degrees in Biochemistry and Public Health.
Her unique approach, known as The Biology of Trauma, sheds light on how our life experiences leave lasting imprints on our bodies. Dr. Aimie’s journey into this field began with her experience as a foster parent, which opened her eyes to the profound impact of trauma on the nervous system and overall health. She explains how trauma isn't just a mental hurdle but a biological one that affects us at a cellular level. Through their conversation, Tim and Dr.
Aimie explore the distinctions between stress and trauma, the significance of recognizing unresolved trauma stored in the body, and how physical trauma intertwines with emotional suffering. This episode challenges traditional views on trauma therapy by focusing on its physical manifestations and their implications for addiction recovery. Dr. Aimie highlights the importance of addressing underlying biological dysregulation to truly heal from trauma and addictive behaviors.
They also touch on practical strategies for resourcing the body to better handle trauma work, providing listeners with actionable insights. For those curious about how trauma can shape physical health and drive addictive behaviors, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. Plus, Dr. Aimie gives a sneak peek into her upcoming Biology of Trauma Summit, where she'll be joined by various experts to further explore these critical topics.
Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that could change how you view and tackle trauma.