TRAUMA-FOCUSED CBT AND RESOURCES FOR PTSD AND DISSOCIATION

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Here you can find recommended literature and resources about healing from trauma, chronic and acute posttraumatic stress disorder, and other stressor-related disorders. Learn about the symptoms of PTSD, common bodily responses to physical and emotional trauma, and dissociative defenses.

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The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessell Van Der Kolk, MD

An informative guide to both chronic and acute forms of PTSD, their symptoms, and trauma's impact on a person's physical body and sense of self.

Coping with Trauma-Related Dissociation by Suzette Boone and Kathy Steele

This is an excellent and informative guide and workbook for clients contending with chronic PTSD and Dissociative Identity Disorder.

Healing Trauma by Peter Levine, Ph.D.

A revolutionary approach to healing trauma held in the body through somatic intervention. Highly recommended for people who experience bodily symptoms of past traumatic events.

When the Body Says No: Understanding the Stress-Disease Connection by Gabor Mate

This text illuminates the links between chronic and prolonged stress and the development of certain illnesses in the body.

A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret Holmes

An appropriate book for children ages 5-9 who have experienced a traumatic event and need psychoeducation on how trauma therapy can help.

Jenny is Scared: When Sad Things Happen in the World by Carol Shuman

An excellent resource for children who have experienced or witnessed community violence, war, or other traumatic event at the community level.

When Someone Very Special Dies.

A workbook for children who have experienced a traumatic loss and may be contending with grief.

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