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Events that lead to traumatic brain injury are often also
psychologically traumatic. Addressing a growing need among mental
health practitioners, this authoritative book brings together
experts in both posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and mild
traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Chapters present empirically based
best practices for conceptualization, assessment, and intervention.
The book also addresses the biological and psychosocial mechanisms
by which PTSD and mTBI complicate each other; management of
commonly associated conditions, including chronic pain and
substance abuse; special considerations in military contexts; and
possible ways to improve the structure and cost-effectiveness of
providing care in this challenging area.
By the nature of their jobs, first responders are often highly
exposed to traumatic events. Police, firefighters, and paramedics
experience markedly higher rates of PTSD than others in the
community. They also face distinct organizational challenges that
complicate their stress reactions. Often, this results in needs
that are not addressed in manuals developed for people who have
survived single traumatic events. This book provides an overview of
theoretical and empirical frameworks for understanding PTSD in
first responders and outlines practical and evidence-based
approaches to assess and treat PTSD in these populations. Other
chapters cover the particular challenges of working with first
responders, including comorbidities; organizational stressors that
can complicate treatment; and forensic issues therapists should
consider through assessment and treatment. The author’s approach
is based on cognitive behavior therapy and is supported by research
done in the Traumatic Stress Clinic in Australia, which has treated
hundreds of first responders. This comprehensive volume is
essentially the outcome of the author’s lessons learned about
what is effective and what is not in helping police, firefighters,
and paramedics deal with their stress-related conditions.
Drawing on extensive research and clinical experience, leading
authority Richard A. Bryant explores what works--and what doesn't
work--in managing acute traumatic stress. He reviews the current
state of the science on acute stress disorder (ASD) and presents
diagnostic guidelines based on DSM-5. In a straightforward, highly
readable style, Bryant shares rich insights into how to provide
effective, compassionate care to specific populations, including
those with mild traumatic brain injury, military personnel and
first responders, and children. Evidence-based intervention
procedures are described. Reproducible assessment tools and
handouts can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11"
size.
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