Problem:
In Chapters 12-18 of The Body Keeps the Score, van der Kolk describes different approaches to healing trauma. These go beyond traditional talk therapy and include body-based practices, EMDR, neurofeedback, theater, and mindfulness. For this assignment, you will select one healing approach and create a creative educational project that teaches others about it in an accessible, engaging way.
Assignment Instructions:
1 - Choose one healing approach from Chapters 12-18. Examples may include:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Yoga and body-based practices
Theater and role play for trauma recovery
Neurofeedback
Mindfulness and meditation
2 - Develop a creative educational project to explain your chosen approach. Choose one of the following formats or propose another idea: Need Assignment Help?
A 5-7 minute recorded video presentation
A narrated slideshow (PowerPoint, Canva, Google slides)
A visual infographic or illustrated guide
A creative podcast-style audio recording (5-7 minutes)
A short digital zine (visual mini-booklet)
3 - Your project MUST include:
A clear, student friendly explanation of how the healing method works
At least one example or story (from the book, class discussion, or research) that shows it in practice
A discussion of why this method may be effective for trauma survivors
Considerations for cultural responsiveness, accessibility, or inclusivity
4 - Write a 1-2 page companion reflect that:
Summarizes what you created and why you chose that format
Explains your key takeaways about trauma healing from this approach
References the book and at least one additional scholarly/professional resource
Should be completed in APA format