What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey & Bruce D. Perry

Reframing Trauma. Reclaiming Resilience.

What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce D. Perry is a transformative #1 New York Times Bestseller that shifts the question from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”—a profound new approach to understanding trauma and healing.

Award-Winning & Widely Acclaimed

• #1 New York Times Bestseller
• Over One Million Copies Sold
• Endorsed by educators, therapists, and mental health professionals worldwide

What You'll Learn

• The science behind trauma and its impact on brain development
• How early experiences shape long-term emotional patterns
• Strategies for building resilience and transforming behavior

Critical Praise

"This book is going to change the way you see your life." — Oprah Winfrey

About the Authors

Oprah Winfrey is a global icon and advocate for mental health and wellness. Dr. Bruce D. Perry is a renowned psychiatrist and trauma expert with decades of clinical and research experience. Together, they provide a deeply human and scientific dialogue on healing.