Post-Traumatic Stress and Trauma-Informed Practice

This is such a helpful and accessible book for all those working alongside people who have experienced traumatic events. The evidence and guidance are clearly summarised and brought to life through case examples. I really recommend it and wouldn't be without it. * Dr Sarah Davidson, MBE, Head of Psychosocial and Mental Health for the British Red Cross *
Post-Traumatic Stress brings together decades of research and clinical experience to offer a powerful and compassionate exploration of trauma. Stephen Regel and Stephen Joseph enrich understanding of trauma's emotional and behavioural impacts, the risk factors associated with PTSD, and effective ways to assess and support people affected by it. Wise and humane, the book demonstrates how trauma can profoundly disrupt our beliefs and sense of self—while also offer opportunities for growth and connection. * Lesel Dawson, Associate Professor, Co Director Good Grief Festival, and Co Director Bristol Centre for Grief Research & Engagement. *
Clear, accessible and fundamentally useful, this book is a must-read for journalists and media teams covering people's stories of trauma and distress. We too can be frontline workers and we owe it to ourselves and our contributors to have a greater understanding and awareness of how to work with sensitivity and informed compassion. Written by true experts in the field, with a vast wealth of knowledge and insight, I can't recommend this book highly enough. * Jo Healey, author of 'Trauma Reporting, A Journalist's Guide to Covering Sensitive Stories' *
This new edition is excellent as before, but this new and revised edition has plenty of new and updated material which will be invaluable for first responders and those providing their support. It has everything you wanted to know about trauma, especially applicable to workplace and other settings in accessible language. We will recommend it highly for our peer support officers, counsellors and others providing welfare services. * Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) *
This book offers a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the diagnosis of (and history and debates around this) and theoretical approaches for understanding and treating trauma and PTSD. The wealth of experience of the authors shines through in the clear and practical guidance; this is further enhanced by the personal reflections and helpful case illustrations, which connect theory to the 'real world' of clinical practice. The chapter on therapeutic work with asylum seekers and refugees highlights the need for a holistic and human rights focused approach to treatment and offers advice for therapists seeking to provide evidence-based and culturally sensitive interventions. This book is highly recommended to all psychological therapists seeking to support traumatised individuals in an evidence-informed way. * Dr. Francesca Brady, The Helen Bamber Foundation *
This book offers fresh perspectives on trauma, blending theory with real-life examples. Expertly written, it draws on the author's extensive professional and personal experiences to deepen understanding. A valuable guide for those working with people affected by trauma, including emergency care professionals, social workers, nurses, and teachers. * Dr. Jo Mildenhall, Phd, UK College of Paramedics *