Description
If you have traumatic memories from an extremely upsetting, stressful, or painful experience in your life, you are not alone. In fact, many young people have been exposed to traumatic events. As a result, you might have lingering flashbacks, trouble sleeping, or a constant feeling that you are in danger. These are common symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Based in cognitive behavioral therapy, this user-friendly workbook for teens with PTSD and other trauma-related difficulties will help you work through your experience and make sense of your thoughts and feelings. The book includes worksheets and activities to help you reestablish a sense of safety, gain control over your emotions, make peace with your traumatic experience, and reconnect with a positive sense of self. If you are ready to start recovering from traumatic memories and take back your life, the PTSD Workbook for Teens will show you the way.
Author: Libbi Palmer
Publisher: Instant Help Publications
Published: 11/01/2012
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 9.90h x 7.90w x 0.40d
ISBN13: 9781608823215
ISBN10: 1608823210
BISAC Categories:
- Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics | Depression & Mental Illness
- Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics | Physical & Emotional Abuse (see also Social
- Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics | Sexual Abuse
About the Author
Libbi Palmer, PsyD, is a licensed psychologist in the Denver, CO, area. She specializes in working with victims of crimes and other trauma. She is also an adjunct professor at the University of Northern Colorado, where she teaches a course about recovery from disaster and trauma.