Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders

A pioneering researcher transforms our understanding of trauma and offers a bold new paradigm for healing in this New York Times best seller....

An astonishing memoir that explores how far we will go to protect ourselves, and the healing made possible when we face our secrets and begin to share our stories.

Melody Beattie's insightful look into codependency has guided millions to understanding that caring for the self is where healing begins.

By the acclaimed author of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts comes a groundbreaking investigation into the causes of illness, a bracing critique of how our society breeds disease, and a pathway to health and healing....

What Happened to You? provides powerful scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand.

By age thirty, Stephanie Foo was successful on paper: She had her dream job as an award-winning radio producer at This American Life and a loving boyfriend. But behind her office door, she was having panic attacks and sobbing at her desk every morning....

The causes of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder range from severe neglect to monstrous abuse. This book is a practical guide to recovering from lingering childhood trauma. It is copiously illustrated with examples of the author's and his clients' journeys of recovering....

Many of us find ourselves stuck in unhealthy habits simply because we don't see a better way. With Mother Hunger, trauma counselor Kelly McDaniel helps women break the cycle of destructive behavior by taking a fresh look at childhood trauma and its lasting impact....

How does trauma affect a child's mind—and how can that mind recover? In the classic The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog, Dr. Perry explains what happens to the brains of children exposed to extreme stress and shares their lessons of courage, humanity, and hope....

Number one New York Times best-selling author Gabrielle Bernstein charts a path to healing that can literally change your life—a simple, powerful method informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy.

Hope and light are on the horizon to help clients overcome the challenges of healing and releasing the pain of relational trauma. The highly acclaimed Transcending Trauma explores a unique, compassionate, and evidence-based approach to resolving complex and dissociative trauma.

An essential work that centers colonial and historical trauma in a framework for healing, Decolonizing Therapy illuminates that all therapy is—and always has been—inherently political....

In this groundbreaking book, therapist Resmaa Menakem examines the damage caused by racism in America from the perspective of trauma and body-centered psychology....

Introducing a radical healing approach for the adult symptoms of Childhood PTSD—from the creator of the Crappy Childhood Fairy program and YouTube channel.

From one of the most prominent voices in the trauma conversation comes a groundbreaking new way to heal on a personal and a collective level, showing us that we don’t have to carry our emotional burdens alone.

Combining history, psychology, and anthropology, Tribe explores what we can learn from tribal societies about loyalty, belonging, and the eternal human quest for meaning....

Learn how to heal your emotional wounds, get unstuck, and get into healthy, loving, intimate relationships with the help of this eye-opening book.

Dr. Thema shows you how to reconnect with your authentic self and reclaim your time, your voice, your life....

Clinical psychologist Hillary L. McBride sends a sincere and profound message: spiritual trauma is real and impacts us all. She also reassures us that we can remake ourselves and heal in its aftermath.

As an award-winning stuntwoman, Kimberly Shannon Murphy was intimate with pain. For years, she propelled her body through dangerous spaces—medicating the trauma of her childhood sexual abuse with the adrenaline rush that came from pushing herself to the absolute limit....

Life is never easy. But even in the most challenging times, we have the ability to rise above—and thrive. In this engaging and hopeful book, renowned psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman unpacks the victim mindset and shines a light on the many ways we can empower ourselves.

One of the most highly regarded Tier One Delta Force operators in American military history shares his war stories and personal battle with PTSD....

Discover the innovative intersection of somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), featuring 5 core practices to transform modern therapeutic approaches....

Harness the power of your vagus nerve to reduce stress, overcome anxiety and release past trauma....

From Dr. Mariel Buqué, a leading trauma psychologist, comes this groundbreaking guide to transforming intergenerational pain into intergenerational abundance....

Treating Traumatic Loss starts with an introduction to traumatic loss and the GRIEF approach model, then guides you, step by step, through treatment planning—from conducting a thorough assessment of symptoms informed by a multicultural lens, to selecting modules for intervention.

No matter what life has been like, at some point or another we all have the same question: Why does God allow bad things to happen? Grief, loss, and trauma affect each of us, and there are times it feels like the pain will never end. Yet hope, healing, and inner peace are not only possible, they are promises that our good God has made—and will keep. In this compassionate book, licensed counselor and domestic violence survivor Kimberly Haar leads you through a transformative journey of healing.

The Magic in the Tragic powerfully explores how the hardest things in life intersect purpose and meaning, splendor and connectedness. When you embrace the magic in your tragic seasons, you can step into the future with hope, knowing that even when grief comes, it comes with an invitation to new life.

Demystifying trauma, Lisa Collins, EdD, teaches you how to identify and interrupt unhealthy responses through learning, discovery, and reflection so you can reclaim your joy. With a variety of exercises and insights from the author's own journey, you will learn how to address past experiences that unknowingly weigh on you. This book helps you foster a deep personal relationship with yourself and address emerging internal challenges. In no time, you will be skillfully navigating the often unacknowledged traumas we all face, transforming harmful energies into healing ones.

Unlock the power of your inner child and break free from trauma to embrace true emotional freedom. What if the biggest force holding you back isn’t external—but the wounded child still living inside you? Self-sabotage, relationship struggles, and anxiety often stem from childhood trauma your mind may not recall—but your inner child never forgot. This audiobook is more than self-help. It’s a compassionate guide to healing, helping you reconnect with your most vulnerable self and break the cycles that keep you stuck.

Did you know that unresolved childhood trauma can significantly impact your emotional well-being in adulthood? Research shows that addressing these wounds can lead to profound healing and personal growth. A study published in the International Journal of Regression Therapy found that Inner Child Integration Therapy notably reduces anxiety and depression, enhancing sleep quality and overall well-being.

🌿 You’re not broken. You’re just… human. And that’s more than okay — it’s beautiful. Have you ever replayed a moment over and over, whispering: "I should’ve known better… I should’ve done more… I shouldn’t have said that…" If yes — this book was made for you. This is not just a book. It’s a gentle hand on your shoulder, a deep breath in the dark, a soft voice saying: “You can stop punishing yourself now.” 💔 Inside, you’ll gently unpack: Why you hold onto shame like armor — and how to take it off The real reason you can’t “move on” — and how ...

Grief is the cost of love When we lose someone or something deeply significant we are thrown into an emotional wilderness The world no longer looks the same Time stretches days blur and the air itself can feel heavier Whether we ve lost a loved one a marriage a dream or a part of ourselves grief forces us to confront the pain of what is no longer This book is about understanding that pain psychologically emotionally spiritually and walking through it toward a life that still holds meaning Not a life without the person or thing we lost but a life that learns to carry their memory differently...

💔 You’d never speak to a friend the way you speak to yourself. So why is your own mind your harshest enemy?📘 Break Up with Your Inner Critic Quiet the negative voice in your head and rewrite how you talk to yourself. From the bestselling Heal Your Inner You series comes a brutally gentle guide to ending the mental self-abuse and finally choosing compassion. If your mind sounds like: “You’re not enough.” “You always mess things up.” “What’s wrong with you?” Then this book was written exactly for you. 🌿 Inside this self-healing journey, you’ll learn how to: 🎭 ...

What happens when the life you’ve built becomes a prison of stress, anxiety, and despair? For generations, society has told men to carry the weight alone, to push through pain, and never show weakness. But the pressure to provide and protect can come at a devastating cost to mental health, leaving many struggling in silence. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. At the height of his career, Dr. Whitney Wright appeared to have it all. But behind the scenes, the weight of childhood trauma and professional pressure pushed him to a breaking point.

💔 You fell apart quietly. Not with screams. Not with drama. Just silence… and a heart that forgot how to trust. Maybe it happened after a breakup. Maybe after life got too loud. Maybe you just couldn’t keep holding it all together. If that’s you—this book is for you.🌙 The Healing Self is your gentle guide back to you. Written in the same comforting tone of the Heal Your Inner You series, this is not just another “you got this” book. It’s real. Raw. And full of moments you’ll whisper: “That’s me.”🔥 Inside, you’ll learn how to: 🧠 Rebuild trust with yourself...

Are you haunted by the echoes of your family's past? Do you feel trapped in destructive patterns that seem impossible to escape? Are you determined to create a healthier legacy for your children, free from the emotional baggage of previous generations? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you're not alone. Many have walked your path, filled with the desire to transform their family's narrative and embrace a life unburdened by inherited trauma.

Das Standardwerk zum Thema Trauma und Traumabewältigung Traumata sind eines der großen gesundheitlichen und gesellschaftspolitischen Probleme unserer Gegenwart. Der renommierte Psychiater und Psychotherapeut Dr. Frank Schneider liefert eine zugängliche Einführung in ein gesundheitliches Thema, das immer mehr Menschen betrifft. Dabei räumt er mit Fehlannahmen auf und gibt Antworten auf die wichtigsten Fragen. Wer ist besonders anfällig für eine PTSD-Erkrankung? Was sind die Anzeichen für ein Trauma oder eine posttraumatische Belastungsstörung?

Are you constantly held back by fear, even when nothing is actually wrong? Do you wish you could face anxiety, phobias, or even the fear of death with calm, unshakable confidence? What if the key to lasting courage and personal freedom lies not in fighting fear—but in understanding it at its core? This book is your step-by-step roadmap to emotional liberation. If you're tired of surface-level advice and ready to break through deep-rooted mental blocks, you're exactly where you need to be. 🌟 Uncover the Hidden Blueprint of Fear and Transform It Into Power Fear is not your enemy—it’s...

This powerful two-in-one resource serves as your step-by-step companion through the emotional healing journey. Inside, you’ll learn how to navigate the impact of trauma, recognize the hidden patterns behind your behavior, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have felt lost, ignored, or wounded.

Welcome to Lights in the Darkness, a guide for anyone seeking hope, healing, and growth after the wounds of childhood trauma. If you’ve picked up this book, it’s likely that life has brought you moments of struggle, shadows of doubt, or perhaps a quiet longing for peace and wholeness. Please know that you are not alone, and more importantly, you are in a space where healing is possible. This book is an invitation to step into a journey of reparenting yourself—a transformative process of becoming the nurturing, loving, and supportive figure you may not have had in your childhood.

Are you constantly second-guessing yourself? Feeling confused, exhausted, or like you’re "losing your mind" in a relationship, at work, or even online? You might be a victim of gaslighting—a sinister form of psychological manipulation designed to make you doubt your own reality. Stop doubting yourself. Start fighting back. This book is your ultimate guide to breaking free from psychological manipulation and reclaiming your truth.

Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of pain, replaying past trauma that you can’t escape? Research shows that more than 85% of individuals with Complex PTSD experience profound recovery after targeted trauma treatment. But what if you could start your recovery right now, today, without waiting for a therapist to do it all for you? Imagine waking up each day without the weight of anxiety, flashbacks, and emotional numbness.

David and Danny were friends who reconnected in Syracuse, New York, following active duty in the army. David had been stationed stateside while Danny was in Vietnam. Neither of them knew how much they had changed during their years apart or if their friendship was still viable. That was put to the ultimate test when they signed a lease for an apartment to share in Pennsylvania where David was hired as a teacher. David was the older of the two and had graduated from college as well at the Drill Sergeant's Academy.

What if trauma was like a spell—one that doesn’t break all at once, but unravels, layer by layer? Reframing Trauma is a personal, straight-talking resource for anyone living with the long shadow of trauma. James Buffin shares what it’s really like to survive—and live with—the impact of childhood sexual assault, abuse, and loss. Through stories, reflections, and hard-earned insights, he speaks not as an expert, but as someone who’s been there. This book isn’t about fixing what’s “broken”—it’s about integrating the invisible burdens we carry and learning to hold them differently.