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Understanding PTSD
Understanding PTSD

Understanding PTSD: Exploring Trauma, Myths, Assessment, and Recovery

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Profile Icon Mercury Learning and Information Profile Icon Austin Mardon
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eBook Aug 2024 233 pages 1st Edition
eBook
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Profile Icon Mercury Learning and Information Profile Icon Austin Mardon
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$54.99
eBook Aug 2024 233 pages 1st Edition
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eBook
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  • Historical overview of PTSD and its terminology
  • Comprehensive look at myths and misconceptions
  • Practical guidance on assessment and treatment options

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Understanding PTSD offers a comprehensive exploration of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), tracing its history, debunking common myths, and examining its complex nature. The book begins with a personal narrative to ground the reader, before delving into the origins and evolution of PTSD, particularly during wartime. It addresses widespread misconceptions, emphasizing that PTSD affects diverse populations, not just soldiers. The assessment methods and criteria are discussed, alongside the brain's response to various traumas. Key chapters explore the potential causes of PTSD, including genetic, environmental, and psychological factors. The book also covers the dangers associated with PTSD, various types of PTSD, and symptoms. It provides insights into how PTSD manifests in different age groups and reviews the most effective treatments, such as cognitive therapy and medication. Further chapters discuss comorbidities like depression and substance abuse, the gaps in current knowledge, and ongoing research. The public's perception of PTSD, its portrayal in the media, and the impact on families are also examined. The book concludes with practical advice on supporting individuals with PTSD and a detailed directory of resources available in North America, Europe, and India.

Who is this book for?

This book is ideal for mental health professionals, students of psychology, and individuals seeking to understand or support someone with PTSD. A basic understanding of psychological concepts is beneficial, but no prior knowledge of PTSD is required.

What you will learn

  • Understand the historical context of PTSD
  • Debunk common myths about PTSD
  • Learn how PTSD is assessed
  • Explore how trauma impacts the brain
  • Discover various PTSD treatments
  • Support someone with PTSD effectively

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Publication date : Aug 23, 2024
Length: 233 pages
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Length: 233 pages
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Table of Contents

28 Chapters
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Dedication Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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Introduction: A College Student’s Story Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: The History of Psychotraumatology Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: PTSD Myths Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: How to Assess Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: How the Brain Copes with Different Types of Trauma Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Potential Causes of PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: The Dangers of PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: Different Types of PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: The Physiological, Psychological, and Behavioral Response to Trauma and PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Symptoms of PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: PTSD in Different Age Groups Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: Treatments Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 12: Other Risks (Comorbidity) Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 13: What Is Still Unknown? Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 14: Current and Future Research Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 15: The General Public’s Knowledge About PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 16: How PTSD Is Portrayed in Media Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 17: PTSD and the Family Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 18: Recovery and How to Support Someone with PTSD Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 19: Epilogue Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 20: PTSD Resources in North America, Europe, and India Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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