Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders

A pioneering researcher transforms our understanding of trauma and offers a bold new paradigm for healing in this New York Times best seller....

What Happened to You? provides powerful scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand.

By the acclaimed author of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts comes a groundbreaking investigation into the causes of illness, a bracing critique of how our society breeds disease, and a pathway to health and healing....

Melody Beattie's insightful look into codependency has guided millions to understanding that caring for the self is where healing begins.

A groundbreaking approach to transforming traumatic legacies passed down in families over generations, by an acclaimed expert in the field....

Many of us find ourselves stuck in unhealthy habits simply because we don't see a better way. With Mother Hunger, trauma counselor Kelly McDaniel helps women break the cycle of destructive behavior by taking a fresh look at childhood trauma and its lasting impact....

Combining history, psychology, and anthropology, Tribe explores what we can learn from tribal societies about loyalty, belonging, and the eternal human quest for meaning....

How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? In the classic The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Dr. Perry explains what happens to the brains of children exposed to extreme stress and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope....

Healing after narcissistic abuse is possible, and this book will show you how. Debbie Mirza shares her own personal story of healing after experiencing several narcissists throughout her life, as well as simple yet powerful techniques that she has learned through her own experience....

An essential work that centers colonial and historical trauma in a framework for healing, Decolonizing Therapy illuminates that all therapy is—and always has been—inherently political....

In this intimate memoir, renowned developer of Somatic Experiencing, Peter A. Levine shares his personal journey to heal his own severe childhood trauma and offers profound insights into the evolution of his innovative healing method.

In this groundbreaking book, therapist Resmaa Menakem examines the damage caused by racism in America from the perspective of trauma and body-centered psychology....

Existential psychotherapist, USA Today columnist, and Instagram’s “Millennial Therapist” Sara Kuburic provides a revolutionary guide to identifying self-loss and discovering the freedom that comes from taking responsibility for how we live and who we become....

What if you could wake up every day without anxiety? View your past with purpose, not regret? Live happy, peaceful, and free from fear? You can - and Gabrielle Bernstein will show you the way....

Trauma and Recovery is revered as the seminal text on understanding trauma survivors. By placing individual experience in a broader political frame, Harvard psychiatrist Judith Herman argues that psychological trauma is inseparable from its social and political context....

Dr. Thema shows you how to reconnect with your authentic self and reclaim your time, your voice, your life....

The highly acclaimed Transcending Trauma explores a unique, compassionate, and evidence-based approach to resolving complex and dissociative trauma....

From trauma educator and somatic guide Kimberly Ann Johnson comes a cutting-edge guide for tapping into the wisdom and resilience of the body to rewire the nervous system, heal from trauma, and live fully....

From acclaimed psychiatrist Dr. Ellen Vora comes a groundbreaking understanding of how anxiety manifests in the body and mind—and what we can do to overcome it....

Discover the innovative intersection of somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), featuring 5 core practices to transform modern therapeutic approaches....

One of the most highly regarded Tier One Delta Force operators in American military history shares his war stories and personal battle with PTSD....

A practical step-by-step guide and follow-up companion to Healing Developmental Trauma—presenting one of the first comprehensive models for addressing complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD)....

As we emerge from the past few years of collective upheaval, are we ready to face the complexities of our time with joy? Now more than ever, we must learn to heal ourselves, connect with one another, and embody our values. In this revolutionary book, Prentis Hemphill shows us how.

Trauma and Memory is a groundbreaking look at how memory is constructed and how influential memories are on our present state of being....

Polyvagal Theory and EMDR are two well-respected theoretical and practical models with immense implications for therapeutic practice. This is the first book to treat these topics together: assessing complex material and presenting it in an approachable, engaging manner....

Have you ever wanted to unravel the complexities of mental health diagnoses and classifications? Dive into the Study Guide on DSM-5-TR (Text Revision) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders to embark on a comprehensive journey through the intricacies of psychological conditions.

This book is for anyone who has suffered trauma at the hands of religious authorities by either being born into that environment and/or having suffered the consequences of a religious indoctrination.

I led a relatively adventurous life, even before I joined the Army. I faced many of the same challenges that most people encounter on a daily basis. When I enlisted and deployed overseas to fight the global war on terror, I knew my odds of surviving depended on my preparedness, my fellow soldiers, and a lot of luck. I had a very bad day at work shortly after returning home to Fort Hood from my second deployment.

Imagine that it is your responsibility to treat a mentally-ill child based solely on your perception. Imagine being allowed to mess up under the guise of psychology being an imperfect science. Can someone be disabled because of an inevitable mental illness, or is this person just a product of a flawed system that is still trying to figure out solutions? The safety of being in control with no repercussions often leads to impulsive decision-making and a lack of accountability. The phrase “perception is reality” has done more harm than good for our society. *********** “Talented artist ...

Louise was like any other excited mother-to-be during her first pregnancy, but no one could have predicted what happened when she gave birth. During an emergency c-section, she had severe complications and fought for her life over a number of days, whilst her son was taken into NICU. This terrifying experience impacted on Louise's mental health in a way that completely changed her life, as she has battled to come to terms with what happened to her, whilst also becoming a mother.

Understand trauma and discover its effects on the brain and body, develop a personalized recovery plan to overcome stress and anxiety, and find long-lasting healing. Recognized by Oprah Winfrey as a "spiritual thinker for the next generation," Mastin Kipp guides you through a plan for working through trauma. You'll come away with a clear understanding of trauma in your own life and others', and how to apply the best practices and information to fully heal and thrive.

Do you have PTSD, anxiety, OCD, or similar struggles but therapy hasn't helped? Has it maybe even made it worse? This groundbreaking new PTSD book, written in plain English, will help you understand how PTSD forms in the first place, and how to finally conquer it. Because OCD, anxiety disorder, and other traumas form in similar ways, this book is equally applicable to people suffering with these kinds of disorders. You'll walk through actual patient experiences as Dr. Hans Watson explains to his patient how the patient's PTSD was created, and helps him overcome it. Dr. Watson is not only a ...

Unleash your creative potential and conquer the dreaded writer's block with the groundbreaking book, "Overcoming Writer's Block," penned by the esteemed bestselling author, Dr. Monique Rodgers. In this transformative guide, Dr. Rodgers takes aspiring writers and seasoned wordsmiths on an empowering journey to break free from the clutches of creative stagnation and reignite their passion for the written word. Drawing on her years of experience as a prolific writer and a seasoned psychologist, Dr. Monique Rodgers expertly explores the multifaceted nature of writer's block, delving into its ...

Why It's OK to Talk About Trauma is the book your brain, body and future self need to listen to. 1 in 2 people experience trauma at some point in their lives. Trauma can be a result of anything which causes fear, helplessness and horror. Broadcaster and abuse survivor Charlie Webster uses her own lived experience alongside advice from experts to create a companion for trauma survivors – a book that will help, explain, understand and navigate the impact of trauma on our lives.

Unstressable applies Mo Gawdat's brilliant engineering mind and Alice Law's psychology and stress-management expertise to the 'stress pandemic'. This follow up to bestselling Solve For Happy will show you that chronic stress is not an unavoidable part of modern life, but a predictable - and therefore preventable - response, often as much to do with negative thought patterns as external circumstances. Mo explains how he made it through the most acutely stressful times in his own life, and the book touches on the idea of post-traumatic growth.

A somatic approach to treating trauma, anxiety, and depression has never been more popular. Perhaps that’s because recent studies show that 80% of mind-body communication originates in the body—the vagus nerve is the superhighway that facilitates this communication. Healing Through the Vagus Nerve walks you through how the nervous system and the vagus nerve function, with approachable, non-academic language and helpful illustrations. Amanda Armstrong (founder of Rise as We) teaches all about vagal tone and the impact it has on your mental health and everyday life.

Embark on a transformative journey to healing with "Beyond the Wound," a vital companion for anyone navigating the after-effects of psychological trauma. Through each chapter, this book delicately unfolds the fabric of trauma's profound impact on the human psyche, illuminating a pathway from darkness to the dawn of understanding and recovery. The narrative begins by peeling back layers of misconceptions, exploring the very nature of psychological trauma with depth and compassion. As the guide delves into different types of trauma, from acute, chronic to complex, readers are met with a sense...

Mentors and moments have molded Louis Gregory into the leader he is today. This book strings together his life stories and musings on leadership from his formal upbringing to his days hustling in New York, serving in the country's largest government agency, working as a talent manager for sports and entertainment figures, and developing his nationally recognized collectibles empire.

Among the various treatments for trauma, trauma-informed yoga stands out, rooted in an ancient practice, offering a safe, compassionate, and empowering path to recovery. This book, authored by a seasoned yoga practitioner, serves as a compassionate guide towards empowered healing, resilience, and personal growth.

When Harvard-trained physician Dr. Annie Brewster was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2001, she realized firsthand that the medical system to which she’d devoted her entire career was failing patients. The experience was dehumanizing. Her doctors weren’t listening. And the confusion, fear, and shame she felt around her diagnosis was preventing her from truly healing, claiming her story, and living her fullest, richest life. Here, Dr. Brewster and journalist Rachel Zimmerman each share their own personal stories, acting as expert guides as you move forward on your healing journey.