This reader-friendly book masterfully explores the nature of traumatic stress and provides spot-on assessment tools for various trauma-related criteria. The second edition updates significant trauma related diagnoses, as well as new theories, research and therapeutic techniques. This collection of physiological and psychological techniques provides professions with a practical, eclectic approach to a variety of treatments. • “High-Risk” indicators for PTSD • Changes from DSM-IV-TR to DSM-5 • DSM-5 predictors for PTSD • Dissociation and treatments • Attachment theory and neurobiology of broken attachment bonds • Nutritional supplement update for the prevention and treatment of PTSD • Current psychopharmacological studies for PTSD • The relationship as therapy About the Author: Linda J. Schupp, Ph.D., B.C.E.T.S., holds a Ph.D. in psychology, an M.A. in clinical psychology, a M.Ed. in guidance and counseling, and is a board certified expert in traumatic stress. Dr. Schupp maintains a private practice specializing in trauma, PTSD, depression and grief where she employs EMDR as well as other trauma therapies. Dr. Schupp has been counseling, lecturing, and speaking for over 45 years.
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