Truth and Repair: How Trauma Survivors Envision Justice is a book by Judith L. Herman, published in 2023, which follows her earlier work, Trauma and Recovery (1992). Herman is known for defining complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) and for her contributions to trauma studies. In this new book, she explores the fourth stage of trauma recovery—justice. Herman argues that trauma is a social experience and that social justice is essential for healing from trauma. She emphasizes the role of systems of tyranny and abuse of power in causing trauma, and the importance of equality as a mechanism of justice. Herman also highlights the need for social infrastructures, particularly the legal and criminal justice systems, to support victims of sexual abuse. She introduces the concept of a "moral community," which she defines as a community that belongs to and trusts the victim. Herman's ideas align with recent emphasis on epistemic trust in mentalization theory. The book is a response to the focus on neurobiological explanations of trauma in the field. Herman's view of trauma as a social process is a culmination of her lifelong experience and is a timely response to current trends in trauma studies. The book is a compelling read for clinicians and clients in treatment.Truth and Repair: How Trauma Survivors Envision Justice is a book by Judith L. Herman, published in 2023, which follows her earlier work, Trauma and Recovery (1992). Herman is known for defining complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) and for her contributions to trauma studies. In this new book, she explores the fourth stage of trauma recovery—justice. Herman argues that trauma is a social experience and that social justice is essential for healing from trauma. She emphasizes the role of systems of tyranny and abuse of power in causing trauma, and the importance of equality as a mechanism of justice. Herman also highlights the need for social infrastructures, particularly the legal and criminal justice systems, to support victims of sexual abuse. She introduces the concept of a "moral community," which she defines as a community that belongs to and trusts the victim. Herman's ideas align with recent emphasis on epistemic trust in mentalization theory. The book is a response to the focus on neurobiological explanations of trauma in the field. Herman's view of trauma as a social process is a culmination of her lifelong experience and is a timely response to current trends in trauma studies. The book is a compelling read for clinicians and clients in treatment.