Traumatic experiences, such as a serious accident, rape or other acts of violence, a natural disaster or warfare can not only cause serious bodily injury, it is also a psychological shock. This guide helps those suffering from trauma or PTSD and their loved ones to better understand the individual’s response to the event and to communicate that the responses to a traumatic experience are normal and understandable.

This title describes how the psychological consequences of a trauma are expressed, focusing in particular on the characteristics of posttraumatic stress disorder. It explains how it develops and why it sometimes does not subside over time. Many people recover even without professional help in the course of a few months from a trauma. For sufferers who find it difficult to cope with the experience alone, there are effective treatment options that are clearly illustrated in this guide. In addition, the authors provide information for relatives who want to help their loved ones manage their trauma.

For:
• those affected and their families
• psychotherapists
• psychiatrists
• medical professionals