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Why Do We Feel at War With Ourselves Before a Breast Surgery Decision?
Dr. Whitfield's Answer
Dr. Aimie Apigian, a leading expert in trauma and attachment, explains the biology of stored stress and how unresolved trauma can impede physical healing after explant surgery.
Key Takeaways
- 1Stored trauma creates measurable physiological changes that impair immune function and healing
- 2The nervous system must shift from survival mode to restoration mode for recovery to occur
- 3Somatic experiencing and neuro-regulation techniques can unlock stalled healing processes
- 4Addressing trauma biology alongside surgical intervention produces superior recovery outcomes