I chose to create a zine on neural anatomy, particularly as it relates to the development of,
and
recovery from, trauma. The content was organized in three parts which explained how neural
networks work (Understanding Neuroplasticity); how the design of these structures is
integral to
the development of trauma and PTSD (When The Beaten Road Is Not The Safest), and how these
neural structures can be used to our advantage to ultimately heal from PTSD and related
disorders (Rerouting To Safety). My goal was to create a comprehensive explanation that
dispells
some of the mystery surrounding trauma and PTSD, using visual and written imagery to draw
parallels between our bodies, brains, and other natural structures and phenomenon.