| Description |
xvii, 268 p. : ill. ; 25 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 237-256) and index. |
| Contents |
Everything changes -- The flipside of trauma -- The emotional toll of trauma -- The biology of trauma -- Growth following adversity -- Transformation -- The theory of the shattered vase -- Paths to posttraumatic growth -- Putting the growth mindset to work -- Nurturing growth -- Conclusion. |
| Summary |
From a psychological standpoint, explores the concept that such traumatic events as illness, separation, and assault, can improve the sufferer's quality of life despite any emotional pain sustained. |
| Subject |
Post-traumatic stress disorder.
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| ISBN |
9780465019410 (hardcover : alk. paper) |
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0465019412 (hardcover : alk. paper) |
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9780465027927 (ebk.) |
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046502792X (e-book) |
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