49: Beneath The Surface: Childhood Freeze in Autoimmunity49: Beneath The Surface: Childhood Freeze in Autoimmunity
The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie
In this episode, Dr. Keesha Ewers joins me to discuss the connection between the freeze response and autoimmunity. We look at the body’s freeze response during traumatic experiences and how those triggers lead to a pattern of nervous system...
35:41•17 Nov 2023
Childhood Freeze: The Hidden Trigger Behind Autoimmune Disorders
Episode Overview
- Explore the connection between the freeze response in childhood and the development of autoimmune conditions in adulthood
- Understand the impact of unresolved anger on the manifestation of autoimmune diseases
- Discover Dr. Keesha Ewers' journey of reversing rheumatoid arthritis through holistic and trauma-informed approaches
- Gain insights into the role of functional medicine in supporting trauma healing and addressing autoimmune conditions
- Learn about the significance of understanding one's biology in the process of trauma and autoimmune healing
“I've been robbing Peter to pay Paul for you for 20 years and I'm out. I had nothing left. So here we go. It's like crash and burn. - Dr. Keesha Ewers”
Why do some people develop autoimmune conditions while others don't? In this thought-provoking episode of 'The Biology of Trauma', Dr. Aimie Apigian sits down with Dr. Keesha Ewers to explore a surprising connection: the childhood freeze response. This conversation dives into how traumatic experiences in early life can trigger a freeze response in the nervous system, which might later manifest as autoimmune diseases. Dr.
Ewers, who reversed her own rheumatoid arthritis through a holistic approach, shares her journey and insights on how unresolved trauma can lead to self-directed anger and, eventually, chronic illness. Together, they unpack the science behind these responses and offer practical advice on how to address them through functional medicine and understanding your body's unique biology. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the deeper roots of autoimmune conditions and the transformative power of healing trauma.
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