This article explores the physical and psychological effects of surviving a lightning strike, detailing the range of injuries and lasting symptoms that can impact daily life. Survivors share their experiences, including challenges like memory issues and PTSD, as well as their struggles to find effective treatments and support.

The article critiques Bessel van der Kolk's book "The Body Keeps the Score," arguing that it contains significant errors and misleading claims about trauma and its effects on the body and brain. The author highlights the lack of scientific support for some of van der Kolk's assertions and questions the credibility of his research citations.