I Can't Get Over It: A Handbook for Trauma Survivors
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In this ground-breaking book, Dr. Matsakis explains that post-traumatic stress disorder affects not just soldiers, but also suruvivors of many other types of trauma including:
-crime-vehicular accidents
-rape
-family violence
-sexual abuse
-natural catastrophes
I Can't Get Over It directly addresses survivors of trauma. It explains the nature of PTSD and describes the healing process. This book will help you:
-Find out whether you have PTSD-Cope with post-traumatic anger, grief, and survivor guilt
-Recognize related problems such as depression, substance abuse, compulsive behavior and low self-esteem
-Identify "triggers" that set off flashbacks, anxiety attacks, and other symptoms
-Relieve wounding caused by others' blaming and insensitivity
-Gain a sense of empowerment and hope for the future
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Published: 11/01/1996
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.08h x 6.04w x 0.86d
ISBN: 9781572240582
About the Author
Matsakis, Aphrodite T.: - Aphrodite T. Matsakis, PhD, is an internationally recognized expert in trauma and the author of several books dealing with traumatic reactions, including I Can't Get Over It!, Trust After Trauma, The Rape Recovery Handbook, and Vietnam Wives: Women and Children Facing the Challenge of Living with Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Matsakis has over thirty-five years of experience working with veterans, abused persons, and other trauma survivors; has taught at several major universities; and has conducted dozens of seminars for trauma survivors and trauma therapists.