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Handbook of PTSD

Science and Practice

• Edited by Matthew J. Friedman, Terence M. Keane, Patricia A. Resick

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• Binding: Hardback
• Pages: 592
• Published by: Guilford Press
• Publication Date: 16th July 2007
• ISBN: 978-1-59385-473-7

About the Book

Unparalleled in its breadth and depth, this state-of-the-art Handbook reviews the latest scientific advances in understanding trauma and PTSD, discusses the implications for clinical practice, and evaluates the status of evidence-based assessment and treatment. The foremost authorities in the field examine posttraumatic psychological reactions on multiple levels, from genes and neurocircuitry to gender and lifespan development. Established and emerging psychological, medical, and public health interventions are discussed in depth, as are issues in tailoring treatment to the needs of different populations. Special topics include forensic issues, resilience, and prevention. The integrative concluding chapter presents a reasoned agenda for future research.

Reviews

"Friedman, Keane, and Resick have produced a comprehensive volume that superbly tells the story of PTSD across psychology, neurobiology, and healthcare. The Handbook of PTSD will be a valued addition to the libraries of both clinicians and researchers." - Robert J. Ursano, MD, Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress, Department of Psychiatry, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, USA

"An exceptional volume, written and edited by the leading international experts. Unlike many edited books, this one reads as a single, integrated volume. Chapters are state of the art and beyond, apprising the reader of what is new and, importantly, what may be coming next as new avenues of research bear fruit....In future years, if I were to see this handbook on a colleague's shelf, with dog-eared pages and Post-it notes sticking out like confetti, I would assume that colleague to be well informed on PTSD research and treatment." - Stevan E. Hobfoll, PhD, Department of Psychology and Summa-Kent State Center for the Treatment and Study of Traumatic Stress, Kent State University, USA

"This handbook represents the best available single-volume summary of the current state of our understanding of trauma and its impact. It contains authoritative analyses of psychological and biological models of PTSD, as well as expert reviews of the empirical literature on such topics as the epidemiology of PTSD, risk pathways, gender issues, and the impact of traumatic stress on children and older adults. Leaders in the field provide balanced assessments of what the evidence tells us about the treatment of trauma-related problems. Chapters also place current work in a historical context and look forward to speculate on the future of treatment, theory, and research. This book will serve as a core text for graduate courses on trauma and PTSD. It should be read by all clinicians and researchers who wish to stay up to date on the science of traumatic stress and think critically about clinical practice with trauma survivors." - Josef I. Ruzek, PhD, National Center for PTSD, VA Palo Alto Healthcare System, USA

"As empirical evidence accumulates about the various effects of traumatic events, the need for a comprehensive handbook that covers the full range of these issues is ever greater. This user-friendly volume neatly summarizes 25 years of research and simultaneously sets the agenda for future clinical and scientific studies in the field of trauma. The editors have assembled a cast of some of the most recognized experts in the field, resulting in a volume that is wide ranging, integrative, and above all, thought provoking. This book will be incredibly useful as a text for a speciality seminar for doctoral-level students." - J. Gayle Beck, PhD, Department of Psychology, University at Buffalo, State University of New York, USA

"Friedman et al. have set a new standard with their superb handbook. With chapters written by leading experts, the book offers truly comprehensive coverage of core concepts and cutting-edge discoveries about the nature and treatment of PTSD, along with balanced, authoritative reviews of the many controversies in the field. It provides valuable information on virtually everything that is important to know about PTSD and its treatment. This impressive book is essential reading for researchers and clinicians working with trauma survivors. It is a vital resource for graduate-level classes in psychopathology within training programs in psychology, psychiatry, and allied health professions." - Steven Taylor, PhD, Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, Canada

"I am very impressed by the scope of this volume and the thoughtfulness of the individual chapters. Friedman et al. have produced a comprehensive text that can serve both as an introduction to the field for newcomers and an up-to-date reference for more experienced clinicians and researchers. The book succinctly reviews/m-/and, in some cases, resolves - many recent scientific issues and debates. The attention to methodological issues is particularly welcome. Discussions of the relevance of the concept of PTSD to physical health, policy, and law provide a nice bookend to coverage of the more basic scientific work that has led to our current understanding of PTSD risk, diagnosis, and treatment. A valuable addition to my professional library." - Rachel Yehuda, PhD, Director, Traumatic Stress Studies Division, Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Bronx Veterans Affairs Medical Center, USA

"This book is of particular interest to service developers, researchers, and academics in the field and those searching for a thorough grounding of the literature....I thoroughly recommend it and I feel it should be a key text for psychology libraries." - The Psychologist, Neil Roberts, Vol. 21, No. 6, June 2008

Table of Contents

Part I: Historical Overview. Friedman, Resick, Keane, PTSD: Twenty-five Years of Progress and Challenges. van der Kolk, The History of Trauma in Psychiatry. Monson, Friedman, La Bash, A Psychological History of PTSD. Part II: Scientific Foundations and Theoretical Perspectives. Cahill, Foa, Psychological Theories of PTSD. Norris, Slone, The Epidemiology of Trauma and PTSD. Vogt, D. King, L. King, Risk Pathways for PTSD: Making Sense of the Literature. Brewin, Remembering and Forgetting. DePrince, Freyd, Trauma-induced Dissociation. Neumeister, Henry, Krystal, Neurocircuitry and Neuroplasticity in PTSD. Southwick, Davis, Aikins, Rasmusson, Barron, Morgan III, Neurobiological Alterations Associated with PTSD. Segman, Shalev, Gelernter, Gene-environment Interactions: Twin Studies and Gene Research in the Context of PTSD. Kimerling, Ouimette, Weitlauf, Gender Issues in PTSD. Fairbank, Putnam, Harris, The Prevalence and Impact of Child Traumatic Stress. Cook, Niederehe, Trauma in Older Adults. Part III: Clinical Practice: Evidence-based State of the Art. Keane, Brief, Pratt, Miller, Assessment of PTSD and its Comorbidities in Adults. Litz, Maguen, Early Intervention for Trauma. Resick, Monson, Gutner, Psychosocial Treatments for PTSD. Saxe, MacDonald, Ellis, Psychosocial Approaches for Children with PTSD. Friedman, Davidson, Pharmacotherapy for PTSD. Schnurr, Green, Kaltman, Trauma Exposure and Physical Health. Osterman, de Jong, Cultural Issues and Trauma. Part IV: Uncharted Territory. Sparr, Pitman, PTSD and the Law. Welch, Rothbaum, Emerging Treatments for PTSD. Layne, Warren, Watson, Shalev, Risk, Vulnerability, Resistance, and Resilience: Toward an Integrative Conceptualization of Posttraumatic Adaptation. Watson, Gibson, Ruzek, Public Mental Health Interventions Following Disasters and Mass Violence. Friedman, Resick, Keane, Key Questions and an Agenda for Future Research.

About the Author(s)

Edited by Matthew J. Friedman, MD, PhD, Dartmouth Medical School and National Center for PTSD, White River Junction VA Medical Center,USA; Terence M. Keane, PhD, Boston University School of Medicine and National Center for PTSD, VA Boston Healthcare System, USA; and Patricia A. Resick, PhD, National Center for PTSD, VA Boston Healthcare System, USA

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