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Vitelli, Romeo,

The everything guide to overcoming PTSD ; simple, effective techniques for healing and recovery / Romeo Vitelli, PhD. - Avon, Massachusettes Adams Media, 2014 - 303 pages ; 24 cm. - An everything series book .

Includes bibliographical references (page 296) and index.

Top 10 ways to cope with PTSD -- Introduction -- The basics of PTSD -- History of PTSD -- PTSD and the brain -- Symptoms of PTSD -- Comparing PTSD to other disorders -- Who PTSD affects -- Special populations and PTSD -- The role of PTSD in building relationships -- PTSD paired with other disorders -- Can PTSD be prevented? -- If someone you love has PTSD -- Treatment for PTSD -- Therapy options for PTSD -- The family and PTSD -- Handling the symptoms -- What is resilience? -- When PTSD goes untreated: how not to cope -- Where to go from here.

If you have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), everyday life may seem overwhelming. PTSD can be caused by a varied of traumatic events, from natural disasters to physical assaults and wartime trauma. This guide provides supportive advice and treatment techniques to help you find the resilience you need, no matter what the cause of your PTSD.

ISBN: 9781440574627 (pb) 1440574626 (pb)

LCCN: 2014002371

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Post-traumatic stress disorder--Popular works.

LC Class. No.: RC552.P67 / V58 2014

Dewey Class. No.: 616.85/21