Book Reviews: Treating Complex Traumatic Stress Disorders: An Evidence-Based Guide, Ed. by Christine A. Courtois, Julian D. Ford
The impact of trauma is now conceptualized as a syndrome rather than as isolated symptoms such as dissociation or somatization. In this review of the first book to look at Complex PTSD, Dr. Kristina Muenzenmaier discusses the findings of more than 30 experts, all of whom are involved in treatment or research of the impact of trauma.
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Commentary: Complex PTSD
by Julian Ford, Ph.D.
Stories about PTSD have become a daily occurrence as a result of conditions of combat in war zones. Now Complex PTSD -- resulting from early life trauma -- is being recognized for its profound effects leading to problems with emotional and physical growth. Noted expert Dr. Julian Ford discusses some of the earmarks of Complex PTSD, how it differs from PTSD, and why clinicians are taking note.
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