Download or read book It s Not About Food Drugs or Alcohol It s About Healing Complex PTSD written by Mary Giuliani and published by Mary Giuliani. This book was released on 2023-02-21 with total page 770 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your Struggle With Food, Weight, or Substances Is Not Your Fault, It's A Normal Response To Surviving An Abnormal Childhood. Even though Mary was in long-term recovery with food, severe obesity, drugs, and alcohol and had what most people would consider a successful life— behind closed doors, she still struggled and wondered… * Why she had so few close friends and had difficulty finding a fulfilling, romantic relationship. * Why she still struggled with food, sleep, and caffeine. * Why she couldn't find the flow and passion she longed for in her career. * Why, even though she was in long-term recovery with food and substances and had maintained a 160lb weight loss for several decades, she felt the need to hide these parts of her past from others. Finally, in mid-life, she discovered the root cause driving these, and her past struggles with food, obesity, and substances was a condition known as Complex PTSD (CPTSD), a more severe form of PTSD that developed from her being raised in a chaotic alcoholic home. This discovery sent Mary on a five-year journey where she researched leading experts in the trauma and recovery fields who authored books about complex PTSD and the adverse childhood experiences study (ACE Study.) In order to find the most effective treatments for healing trauma, she studied the work of thought leaders in the fields of CPTSD, neuroscience, and developmental psychology and through books about addiction, childhood trauma in adults, emotional trauma, addiction to food, and addiction recovery. Join Mary as she experiences one mind-blowing revelation after another as she learns that CPTSD was operating behind the scenes sabotaging her weight, recovery, relationships, career, and health—and learn what she did to heal. Witness Mary go from believing she was weak, a failure, hopeless, and unworthy due to her struggle with food, weight, substances, and relationships to finally ending these battles by healing the trauma driving them. Discover how she found compassion for what happened to her, released the shame over how she coped, and learned to accept herself just as she is. Learn how healing trauma opened the door for her to forge healthy relationships and finally find her purpose in helping fellow survivors heal and thrive. In This Blending of Memoir, Science-Based Research & Compassionate CPTSD Workbook, You'll Learn: You're not alone; you're not bad or defective; it's not your fault, your symptoms are normal, and you can heal. Access the step-by-step CPTSD workbook & Recovery Guide that Mary used to end her struggle with alcohol, drugs, and food, including what she's done to maintain a 160lb weight loss for over two decades. * Stay on track with your recovery with the included CPTSD workbook. * Gain clarity and heal through worksheets, quizzes & questionnaires. * Gain access to a 36-item menu of evidence-based trauma healing therapies and addiction recovery resources proven to facilitate optimal trauma healing and recovery from difficulty with relationships, alcohol, drugs, food, weight, or other behavioral addictions. To Get Started Ending Your Struggle With Food, Weight, Substances or Relationships Buy Now!

Download or read book Treating Complex PTSD Traumatic written by Greenfield Gayla and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-19 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trauma generates emotions, and unless we process these emotions at the time the trauma occurs, they become stuck in our mind and body. Instead of healing from the wounding event, the trauma stays in our body as energy in our unconscious, affecting our life until we uncover it and process it out. The healthy flow and processing of distressing emotions, such as anger, sadness, shame, and fear, is essential to healing from childhood trauma as an adult. I have Complex PTSD (Cptsd) and wrote this book from the perspective of someone who has experienced a great reduction of symptoms over the years. I felt encouraged to write this book because of thousands of e-mail responses to the articles on my website that repeatedly expressed gratitude for the helpfulness of my work. An often echoed comment sounded like this: At last someone gets it. I can see now that I am not bad, defective, or crazy...or alone! The causes of PTSD range from severe neglect to monstrous abuse. Many survivors grow up in houses that are not homes - in families that are as loveless as orphanages and sometimes as dangerous. If you felt unwanted, unliked, rejected, hated, and/or despised for a lengthy portion of your childhood, trauma may be deeply ingrained in your mind, soul, and body. This book is a practical, user-friendly self-help guide to recovering from the lingering effects of childhood trauma, and to achieving a rich and fulfilling life. It is copiously illustrated with examples of my own and my clients' journeys of recovering. This book is also for those who do not have PTSD but want to understand and help a loved one who does. This book also contains an overview of the tasks of recovering and a great many practical tools and techniques for recovering from childhood trauma. It extensively elaborates on all the recovery concepts and many more. However, unlike the articles on my website, it is oriented toward the layperson. Key concepts of the book include managing emotional flashbacks, understanding the four different types of trauma survivors, differentiating the outer critic from the inner critic, healing the abandonment depression that comes from emotional abandonment and self-abandonment, self-reparenting and reparenting by committee, and deconstructing the hierarchy of self-injuring responses that childhood trauma forces survivors to adapt. The book also functions as a map to help you understand the somewhat linear progression of recovery, to help you identify what you have already accomplished, and to help you figure out what is best to work on and prioritize now. This in turn also serves to help you identify the signs of your recovery and to develop reasonable expectations about the rate of your recovery.

Download or read book Complex PTSD and Recovery written by Mike Proctor and published by Mike Proctor. This book was released on 2021-03-13 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is debilitating. Life seems to be on hold. Accomplishing the smallest of tasks takes all the stamina you can muster. Without treatment the symptoms get worst. Many suffer in silence. They simply don't have the energy or will power to leave the house and face the public to attend therapy appointments for help with their PTSD. That is where books come in handy. You can work on your healing in the privacy of your own home. I've written this book to help you on your road to recovery. I've written this book in an easy to follow format without a lot of unnecessary medical jargon. I've written this book precise and to the point to make it easy to read in one sitting so you will be able to apply the strategies I've shared right away. This book was written to help all those struggling to overcome Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and problems surrounding PTSD. It is human nature to dream. When we go to sleep at night, we dream of things only our brains could scope out. And as it is usual to dream, it is also usual to day dream. Day dreaming is different from dreaming in the sense that all outside stimuli can directly affect what goes on in your daydream, sounds, scents, what the wind feels like. But imagine what life would be like if you had constant and unending nightmares instead of dreams? Nightmares that are vivid and complete in all their lucidity. And even worse, if you were seeing these nightmares as day dreams in waking life and will all the accompaniment of sound, scents, and feeling that may not be to your benefit. Post-traumatic stress disorder, depending on any specific person, may be triggered by absolutely anything and these triggers when outside in society cannot exactly be predicated to happen or fully avoided. Post-traumatic stress disorder can be very difficult to deal with as it chooses neither time nor place and is caused by deep rooting trauma which may be far gone and hard to get rid of. This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to fully understand the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder, its causes, symptoms, and tests to diagnose its inhabitance in a person. This book also includes a list of treatment options in order to make the reader aware of all the choices he has.

Download or read book Complex PTSD written by Arielle Loyola and published by Arielle Loyola. This book was released on with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, Complex PTSD, is relevant to anyone suffering from complex post-traumatic stress disorder. It is a book that teaches and guides the readers towards the healing path from CPTSD. It is a most-have book! In this book, you will learn: The nature of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) List of common Complex PTSD symptoms Origins of Complex PTSD More about trauma The four F’s (Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn) relating to Complex PTSD Levels of recovering from Complex PTSD Key Developmental Arrests In CPTSD Improving relationship (how CPTSD patients can related with others) The progression of recovering from CPTSD Managing emotional flashback How to help children manage emotional flashback Self-help guides to recovering from CPTSD This book, Complex PTSD, is specifically designed to examine the nature of complex post-traumatic stress disorder as found in both adults and children. The book renders a complete understanding of the CPTSD and its relatedness.

Download or read book Trauma and Addiction written by Tian Dayton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-01-01 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the past decade, author Tian Dayton has been researching trauma and addiction, and how psychodrama (or sociometry group psychotherapy) can be used in their treatment. Since trauma responses are stored in the body, a method of therapy that engages the body through role play can be more effective in accessing the full complement of trauma-related memories. This latest book identifies the interconnection of trauma and addictive behavior, and shows why they can become an unending cycle. Emotional and psychological pain so often lead to self-medicating, which leads to more pain, and inevitably more self-medicating, and so on--ad infinitum. This groundbreaking book offers readers effective ways to work through their traumas in order to heal their addictions and their predilection toward what clinicians call self-medicating (the abuse of substances [alcohol, drugs, food], activities [work, sex, gambling, etc.] and/or possessions [money, material things].) Readers caught up in the endless cycle of trauma and addiction will permanently transform their lives by reading this book. Therapists treating patients for whom no other avenue of therapy has proved effective will find that this book offers practical, lasting solutions. Case studies and examples of this behavioral phenomenon will illustrate the connection, helping readers understand its dynamics, recognize their own situations and realize that they are not alone in experiencing this syndrome. The author deftly combines the longstanding trauma theories of Van der Kolk, Herman, Bowlby, Krystal and others with her own experiential methods using psychodrama, sociometry and group therapy in the treatment of addiction and posttraumatic stress disorder. While designed to be useful to therapists, this book will also be accessible to trade readers. It includes comprehensive references, as well as a complete index.

Download or read book COMPLEX PTSD TRAUMA and RECOVERY written by Elise Van der Kolk and published by Elise Van der Kolk. This book was released on with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ptsd trauma In our modern times, it’s a challenge to escape from the world. Soldiers and civilians alike are suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) struggling to survive on the street. Some opioid addicts feel as if there is no hope left. There are survivors of school shootings, Wal-Mart shootings, and music festival shootings. Countless millions suffer at the hands of a loved one. A challenge of trauma is that it does not strike and then vanish. It lingers on for years, leeching the energy and hope of its victims with merciless precision. This book provides a way out. It reviews the symptoms, causes, and challenges involved in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It covers the issues of Post Incarceration Syndrome. It works through the many ways of creating new pathways including meditation, self-awareness, grounding techniques, and more. By participating in the worksheet activities throughout this book, you will be guided to take that next step, create a path, and reach the happiness that was meant to be. ★★★In This books you will discover:★★★ ✓ How to distinguish PTSD from other related trauma-induced conditions, and what your plan of action should be in order to recover accordingly for a happier, healthier life ✓ A breakdown of the five stages of PTSD recovery, as well as what identifying clues you should look out for that signify positive development in your healing process ✓ The underestimated power of this number-one tool in your journey towards recovery, and how to incorporate it into your everyday routine to gain the most benefits (bonus: no extra spending is involved!) ✓ The transformative thinking skill you need in your life that will not only help you heal faster, but will also lay a solid foundation for a practical, forward-thinking mindset ✓ Why scheduling alone-time into your day will prove to be one of the best approaches when it comes to rebuilding yourself, and how you should utilize that time to promote optimum health ✓ The backlash PTSD can have on an individual’s personal relationships, and what you can do to lessen your condition’s impact while also strengthening your beloved connections ✓ The key to imagining and creating a life beyond recovery, opening your eyes to the endless possibilities your future has to offer you ...and much more!!! If you’ve already tried one method of treatment for PTSD yet experienced no positive results, there are still multiple other options available for you to test out, so don’t get discouraged. Every person heals uniquely to the next, which means you need to find the method that works solely for you. Keep in mind that treatment doesn’t automatically mean having to go to therapy - plenty of alternative ways to heal exist, allowing you to choose whatever feels most comfortable for you. This also means that it doesn’t matter whether you have the funds to support expensive approaches or not, as you will be able to get the help you need regardless. Don’t let the past get in the way of your future. Just scroll up to the top and click on the “Buy Now” button!

Download or read book Trauma and the 12 Steps Revised and Expanded written by Jamie Marich and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inclusive, research-based guide to working the 12 steps: a trauma-informed approach for clinicians, sponsors, and those in recovery. Step 1: You admit that you're powerless over your addiction. Now what? 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) have helped countless people on the path to recovery. But many still feel that 12-step programs aren't for them: that the spiritual emphasis is too narrow, the modality too old-school, the setting too triggering, or the space too exclusive. Some struggle with an addict label that can eclipse the histories, traumas, and experiences that feed into addiction, or dismisses the effects of adverse experiences like trauma in the first place. Advances in addiction medicine, trauma, neuropsychiatry, social theory, and overall strides in inclusivity need to be integrated into modern-day 12-step programs to reflect the latest research and what it means to live with an addiction today. Dr. Jamie Marich, an addiction and trauma clinician in recovery herself, builds necessary bridges between the 12-step's core foundations and up-to-date developments in trauma-informed care. Foregrounding the intersections of addiction, trauma, identity, and systems of oppression, Marich's approach treats the whole person--not just the addiction--to foster healing, transformation, and growth. Written for clinicians, therapists, sponsors, and those in recovery, Marich provides an extensive toolkit of trauma-informed skills that: Explains how trauma impacts addiction, recovery, and relapse Celebrates communities who may feel excluded from the program, like atheists, agnostics, and LGBTQ+ folks Welcomes outside help from the fields of trauma, dissociation, mindfulness, and addiction research Explains the differences between being trauma-informed and trauma-sensitive; and Discusses spiritual abuse as a legitimate form of trauma that can profoundly impede spirituality-based approaches to healing.

Download or read book Condemned To A Life Not Your Own written by C K Sayers and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-29 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is not just another book about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It addresses a lesser-known, more sinister disorder that consumes one's entire life: COMPLEX post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD). 'Condemned to a Life Not Your Own' aspires to reach out to people with C-PTSD, to enable them to accept the debilitating nature of their disorder. It also aims to help their loved ones understand and come to terms with the condition. The severe complexities of C-PTSD, including addiction, distorted thinking and anger, make it difficult for everyone to manage their lives. Part One: My Trauma - In the first part, I give a brutally honest personal account of my life's struggles with this disorder. I reveal details of my long-term child abuse and adult trauma and how I came to be diagnosed with C-PTSD. Part Two: Go Beyond C-PTSD - The second part of the book takes sufferers and their loved ones on an inspiring journey using basic but meaningful healing methods that will see them transcend the symptoms and effects of C-PTSD. The methods deal directly with the mind & heart, rebuilding self-esteem, trust and love. C K's book will touch your soul.

Download or read book Complex PTSD The Time for Healing is Now written by Michael Thompson and published by SAMUEL JORGE MARQUES CARTAXO. This book was released on 2024-04-14 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do You Struggle with the Aftermath of Prolonged Trauma? Are you tired of feeling like a prisoner to your past? Do you find yourself constantly triggered by seemingly innocuous events, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and helpless? Do you struggle with negative self-perception and difficulty forming healthy relationships? If so, you are not alone. A Guide to Understanding and Healing from Complex PTSD This book is a comprehensive guide to understanding and healing from Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). This book is designed to be an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to better understand this complex and often misunderstood condition. Why This Book is Different Unlike other books on trauma, this guide focuses specifically on C-PTSD, which is often the result of prolonged or repeated exposure to traumatic events. It provides a comprehensive overview of the condition and its treatment options, including the importance of self-care and the role of creativity in healing. Topics Covered Understanding the origins of C-PTSD and the difference between it and PTSD Building resilience and improving relationships Incorporating self-care into your daily routine Mindfulness exercises for managing symptoms The role of creativity in healing Journaling for self-expression and symptom management Art therapy and music therapy Finding a qualified mental health professional Building a fulfilling and peaceful life after C-PTSD Take the First Step Towards Healing Today If you're ready to take the first step towards healing from C-PTSD, then this book is for you. With its practical guidance and compassionate approach, it offers a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with the aftermath of prolonged trauma. So, if you want to: Better understand your condition Learn practical strategies for managing symptoms Build resilience and improve relationships Find peace and healing through creativity Begin to build a fulfilling and peaceful life Then scroll up and buy this book today! Note: This book is not a substitute for professional help. If you or someone you know is struggling with C-PTSD, it is essential to seek the guidance of a licensed and qualified mental health professional.

Download or read book In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts written by Gabor Maté, MD and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2011-06-28 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “thought-provoking and powerful” study that reframes everything you’ve been taught about addiction and recovery—from the New York Times–bestselling author of The Myth of Normal (Bruce Perry, author of The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog). A world-renowned trauma expert combines real-life stories with cutting-edge research to offer a holistic approach to understanding addiction—its origins, its place in society, and the importance of self-compassion in recovery. Based on Gabor Maté’s two decades of experience as a medical doctor and his groundbreaking work with people with addiction on Vancouver’s skid row, this #1 international bestseller radically re-envisions a much misunderstood condition by taking a compassionate approach to substance abuse and addiction recovery. In the same vein as Bessel van der Kolk’s The Body Keeps the Score, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts traces the root causes of addiction to childhood trauma and examines the pervasiveness of addiction in society. Dr. Maté presents addiction not as a discrete phenomenon confined to an unfortunate or weak-willed few, but as a continuum that runs throughout—and perhaps underpins—our society. It is not a medical “condition” distinct from the lives it affects but rather the result of a complex interplay among personal history, emotional and neurological development, brain chemistry, and the drugs and behaviors of addiction. Simplifying a wide array of brain and addiction research findings from around the globe, the book avoids glib self-help remedies, instead promoting a thorough and compassionate self-understanding as the first key to healing and wellness. Dr. Maté argues persuasively against contemporary health, social, and criminal justice policies toward addiction and how they perpetuate the War on Drugs. The mix of personal stories—including the author’s candid discussion of his own “high-status” addictive tendencies—and science with positive solutions makes the book equally useful for lay readers and professionals.

Download or read book The Body Keeps the Score written by Bessel A. Van der Kolk and published by Penguin Books. This book was released on 2015-09-08 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published by Viking Penguin, 2014.

Download or read book PTSD Breakthrough written by Frank Lawlis and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2011-09-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for The PTSD Breakthrough "Dr. Lawlis has done it again! His latest book offers new hope for PTSD sufferers and their families with approaches that can be used at home where the real problems occur and persist. There is a great deal of insight, strategy, and inspiration for anyone who is dealing with these horrific challenges toward the satisfied life they deserve. A must-read for every member of a family touched by PTSD." Dr. Phil McGraw "Dr. Frank Lawlis, one of the most gifted and prolific contributors in modern psychology, delivers in The PTSD Breakthrough a highly readable, scientifically grounded, balanced approach to PTSD, zeroing in on the damaging effects of trauma to the brain psyche, and spirit." John Chibran, PhD, ThD, Harvard Medical School, and the author of What's Love Got to Do with It: Talking with Your Kids About Sex "As a nurse educator, coach, author, and consultant, Dr. Frank Lawlis's timely book on PTSD truly addresses the deep-rooted problem beneath the symptoms and syndrome. His innovative and practical guidelines allow the individual to once again achieve high-level wellness with new penetrating insights and compassion for self in the healing journey." Barbara Dossey, PhD, RN; International Co-Director, Nightingale Initiative for Global Health; Co-Director, International Nurse Coach Association; Author of Holistic Nursing: A Handbook for Practice (5th ed.) and Florence Nightingale: Mystic, Visionary, Healer "Much is being written about post-traumatic stress disorder. But if you a book that looks at the disorder from a new perspective, and explains it and its treatment in a way that both patient and practitioner can understand, this is the book for you." John Roitzsch, PhD, Medical University of South Carolina, VA Medical Center

Download or read book Sating the Preta written by Lily Scot and published by . This book was released on 2013-08-06 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complex PTSD from emotional abuse is an unreported epidemic in the United States. Lily Scot's "Sating the Preta" reveals the intricacies of this disorder through a personal account written in terms easily understood by trauma victims and their loved ones in finding recovery from its effects. According to Scot, in our increasingly anxious society, all of us are vulnerable to Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder as more of us experience psychological trauma first and second hand. For most of us, these are not shocking or violent headline-creating incidents. They are subtle moments of terror first felt by us in childhood that open us to risk and further emotional abuse in adulthood. Out of this Complex PTSD we learn reactions and behaviors we use in a psychotic merry-go-round of avoiding or confronting new terrors. Too many of us are the product of emotional abuse and Complex PTSD, and too many others its unwitting cause. In Sating the Preta: A Memoir about Emotional Abuse and Recovery from Complex PTSD, Scot illustrates the development and characteristics of Complex PTSD through a personal story that translates the disorder into an understandable and treatable problem rather than the unrelieved craziness that victims feel and loved ones witness. Both can then more comfortably set themselves on a journey toward recovery, one perhaps similar to the transformation experienced by Scot. This compelling memoir explores the first years of Scot's life from 1950 to 1980 - three decades of intense cultural change during which perilous and harmful as well as gratifying and amusing personal events inspire her erratic journey and transformation. Scot evolves her story through satisfying vignettes offering vibrant impressions of a poignant early childhood, a painful and silent adolescence, a young adulthood fraught with rage and self-destruction and finally an emerging maturity of compassion, forgiveness and remarkable intuition. She writes in an emotional, but not self-involved manner, her self-deprecations often as amusing as her observations are sharp and enduring. This story also suggests that in these troubled times we all become more accepting of each other and more insightful, forgiving and kinder in our judgment of what motivates those we meet. Their behavior may just be a reflection of the tremendous chaos fermenting in their soul from influences over which they had no control. Author Lily Scot has been working professionally in public relations for 30 years, primarily for non-profit human service organizations. This is her first book. "Trauma is too quickly labeled as rape, beatings, torture, restraint and captivity," says Scot. "I think most trauma is far less horrific than these severe incidents. It's emotional manipulation, verbal assault, sexual harassment and molestation, intimidation, workplace abuse, and other non-violent trauma too tolerated by society. I didn't even know I'd been through emotional abuse until diagnosed with Complex PTSD. If I'd known my very painful feelings were a treatable consequence of psychological trauma that wasn't my fault, I would have found relief and led a healthier life at a younger age than my current 63 years. I wrote Sating the Preta hoping young women and men experiencing feelings such as extreme anxiety and depression would relate to my story and seek help sooner." "A fascinating memoir told by a trauma survivor growing up in the 50's, 60's and 70's- during the era of transition and change for many women. Follow Lily's growth from her childhood through young adulthood as she feels the effects of trauma and eventually finds her voice and her power. An inspirational story of resiliency!" ... Ellen Bressler-Wakesberg LCSW-R Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma

Download or read book The Complex PTSD Workbook written by Alexander Wood Phd and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-08-19 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a sufferer of PTSD? Is the condition seemingly endless and ruining your life? Do you want to be able to regain control of your mind and your body? PTSD can affect anyone and is not something that is solely confined to members of the armed forces who have seen combat, although this is traditionally what many of us think of first when we hear the words. But from car accidents, the trauma of death, violence or even being diagnosed with a life-threatening condition, sufferers come in all shapes and sizes. The symptoms are complex and varied but can be treated and The Complex PTSD Workbook aims to show you how, through simple yet effective management techniques like: Understanding PTSD The range of holistic treatments available Emotional regulation and healing Communication and social skills Sexual healing Tips for the workplace And much more... For anyone who has ever suffered the effects of PTSD, you know what challenges you face right now and those that lie ahead. But now you know that there is help available that is right at hand whenever you need it, in this handy workbook that will provide a platform for your recovery. Get a copy and start the healing process now! (*Buy the Paperback version of this book and you will get the Kindle version for FREE)

Download or read book A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD written by Arielle Schwartz PhD and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-05-12 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD contains research-based strategies, tools, and support for individuals working to heal from their childhood trauma. You don't have to be a prisoner of your past. Repetitive trauma during childhood can impact your emotional development, creating a ripple effect that carries into adulthood. Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) is a physical and psychological response to these repeated traumatic events. Learn the skills necessary to improve your physical and mental health with practical strategies taken from the most effective therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic psychology. When appropriately addressed, the wounds of your past no longer need to interfere with your ability to live a meaningful and satisfying life. This book will have you: Understanding C-PTSD—Get an in-depth explanation of complex PTSD, including its symptoms, its treatment through various therapies, and more. Addressing your symptoms—Discover evidence-based strategies for healing the symptoms of complex PTSD, like avoidance, depression, emotional dysregulation, and hopelessness. Relating to real stories—Relate to others' experiences with complex PTSD with multiple real-life examples included in each chapter. Let go of the pain from your past with A Practical Guide to Complex PTSD!

Download or read book The Trauma Heart written by Judy Crane and published by Health Communications, Inc.. This book was released on 2017-06-27 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The majority of people addicted to substances or process addictions such as relationship disorders, eating disorders, self-harming behaviors, gambling or pornography are trauma survivors. Many people caught in the web of addiction don't identify as trauma survivors until their personal, familial, intergenerational, and in-uterine history is exposed. Unfortunately, relapse is inevitable without trauma resolution that can only take place once their history is exposed. It is only when that happens that the behavior disorders will finally make sense. For almost 30 years Judy Crane has worked with clients and families who are in great pain due to destructive and dangerous behaviors. Families often believe that their loved one must be bad or defective, and the one struggling with the addiction not only believes it, too, but feels it to their core. The truth is, the whole family is embroiled in their own individual survival coping mechanisms—the addicted member is often the red flag indicating that the whole family needs healing. In The Trauma Heart, Crane explores the many ways that life's events impact each member of the family. She reveals the essence of trauma and addictions treatment through the stories, art, and assignments of former clients and the staff who worked with them, offering a snapshot of their pain and healing.

Download or read book Condemned to a Life Not Your Own written by Caroline Sayers and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-15 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is not just another book about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It addresses a lesser-known, more sinister disorder that consumes one's entire life: COMPLEX post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD). 'Condemned to a Life Not Your Own' aspires to reach out to people with C-PTSD, to enable them to accept the debilitating nature of their disorder. It also aims to help their loved ones understand and come to terms with the condition. The severe complexities of C-PTSD, including addiction, distorted thinking and anger, make it difficult for everyone to manage their lives. Part One: My TraumaIn Part One, I give a brutally honest personal account of my life's struggles with this disorder. I reveal details of my long-term child abuse and adult trauma and how I came to be diagnosed with C-PTSD.Part Two: Go Beyond C-PTSD Part Two of the book takes sufferers and their loved ones on an inspiring journey using basic but meaningful healing methods that will see them transcend the symptoms and effects of C-PTSD. The methods are infectious and deal directly with the mind, heart and soul, rebuilding self-esteem, trust and love.