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“Trauma is the great masquerader and participant in many maladies and “dis-eases” that afflict sufferers. It can perhaps be conjectured that unresolved trauma is responsible for a majority of the illnesses of modern mankind.” quote by Peter A. Levine
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““Trauma is the great masquerader and participant in many maladies and “dis-eases” that afflict sufferers. It can perhaps be conjectured that unresolved trauma is responsible for a majority of the illnesses of modern mankind.””

Peter A. Levine

About This Quote

Source Book: In an Unspoken Voice: How the Body Releases Trauma, 2010

Unresolved trauma often underlies many physical and mental health problems in modern society.

In simple terms: Hidden trauma can cause many illnesses.

Key Takeaway

Address trauma to improve health.

Themes

health psychology trauma wellbeing

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

educational insightful

When to use this quote

  • clinical therapy
  • stress management
  • preventive health
  • patient counseling

Key Concepts

psychosomatic illness stress response body-mind connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • How might you identify hidden trauma in yourself?
  • What steps can you take to heal unresolved trauma?
A Different Perspective

Trauma is not the sole cause of all diseases; other factors also play roles.

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