Empowered Magazine

“Dr. Farah says the first step in their healing work is helping people understand the source of their trauma and the science behind how it manifests. She says that many people—of any cultural background—do not know the science behind how trauma affects them, but understanding the connection is powerful. "For example, someone may think, 'Why did I stay in that abusive relationship? Why didn't I leave?' They don't know the body's freeze response actually shuts the body down. Knowing this normalizes what someone may be feeling shameful about," she says.