Sara Szal Gottfried, MD: Inherited Trauma and Its Impact on Body's Stress Response Systems

Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried delves into the complex world of trauma, its genetic footprints, and its profound impact on our bodies. By exploring both personal and ancestral trauma, Dr. Gottfried reveals how these experiences can influence our physiological responses and contribute to ongoing stress and dysregulation.

Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried emphasizes how the traditional fight-or-flight understanding of the stress response, prevalently studied in men, does not encompass the female experience, which also includes freeze and fawn responses. She discusses how these responses can lead to chronic stress and trauma dysregulation, highlighting the importance of understanding inherited trauma's role in shaping today's experiences. Key networks in the body, such as the psychological, immune, gut, and endocrine systems, termed the “PINE system,” are pivotal in understanding the body's reaction to stress and trauma. The episode is rich with insights into how trauma can transcend generations, leaving a “signature” on our biological makeup.

Dr. Gottfried further explores the concept of physiological networks affected by trauma. She explains her perspective on measuring dysregulation in relation to the pine system, which includes psychological, immune, neurological, and endocrine components. By unraveling these complex interactions, Dr. Gottfried seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding that could improve approaches to managing trauma and stress-related disorders. Listen as she shares her knowledge and the latest in scientific research, offering invaluable insights into the inheritance and management of trauma.

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Timestamps:
0:01 Inherited Trauma and Its Genetic Implications
1:03 Understanding Trauma Through Body Networks and Stress Responses
1:34 Measuring Dysregulation in Trauma and Toxic Stress Vulnerability