When Someone You Love Suffers from Posttraumatic Stress: What to Expect and What You Can Do [Paperback]

Claudia Zayfert PhD (Author), Jason C. DeViva PhD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 9, 2011

For trauma survivors struggling with intense memories and emotions, it often feels like life won't ever be "normal" again. Effective treatments are out there, but the needs of family members are often overlooked. Will the person you love ever get better? What can you do to promote healing? Where can you turn when you just can't cope? From experienced trauma specialists Drs. Claudia Zayfert and Jason C. DeViva, this compassionate guide is packed with information, support, vivid stories, and specific advice. Learn to navigate the rough spots day by day and help your loved one find a brighter tomorrow.

Mental health professionals, see also the related treatment manual, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for PTSD.

 

Product Details

• Paperback: 292 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; 1 edition (June 9, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1609180658
• ISBN-13: 978-1609180652
• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 0.8 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #285,735 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Editorial Reviews

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"An easy-to-read, comprehensive, research-based resource. This book is filled with practical advice."--Andrew Christensen, PhD, coauthor of Reconcilable Differences

"Finally, a resource for all sufferers of PTSD and their families and friends. As the wife of a veteran and an advocate who works with families dealing with combat trauma, I have been searching for a book like this. It provides up-to-date information that is relevant for readers worldwide. This book will save many relationships. It's not a book to borrow; it's one you have to own!"--Donna Reggett, Head Advocate, Ipswich District Veterans' Support Centre, Australia 

"Zayfert and DeViva are to be applauded for recognizing the ripple effects of trauma on loved ones, and their important role in the recovery process. Readers will find this book easy to understand and useful in making sense of their loved one's symptoms and behaviors. Drawing on their extensive clinical experience, the authors provide an array of examples that bring the effects of trauma on individuals and relationships into sharp focus. They also offer straightforward explanations about treatments that work. Anyone who cares about someone who has been traumatized will be grateful for this book."--Candice M. Monson, PhD, Department of Psychology, Ryerson University, Toronto

"I only wish that I had had this book when my husband and I were dealing with the full force of his PTSD last year. My husband is heading to Afghanistan for his third tour any day, and after reading this book, I feel more prepared to handle any symptoms that may re-emerge when he returns. The book helped me understand what he was going through and give voice to my own feelings and struggles. The authors provide actual strategies for dealing with the symptoms and making sure that everyone's needs are met, not just the survivor. Just fabulous!"--M.C.

"Being in a relationship with someone with PTSD is extremely hard. I was constantly wondering what I was doing wrong and why my fiancé was upset. This informative book helped me understand exactly what PTSD is, why it isn't always me that is causing the problem, and why I can't just 'fix it.' It is a great resource for those looking for help in understanding their loved ones. I learned how I not only can help my fiancé, but also can help myself."--B.M.

About the Author

Claudia Zayfert, PhD, a clinical psychologist, is an internationally renowned expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy who has worked with trauma survivors for over 20 years. She is Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Dartmouth Medical School and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Service at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire.

 

Jason C. DeViva, PhD, is a clinical psychologist in the VA Connecticut Health Care System, where he works extensively with veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Dr. DeViva is on the faculty of the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and Yale School of Medicine. He has treated both veterans and civilians with posttraumatic stress disorder and related problems for over a decade.

Product Details

• Paperback: 292 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; 1 edition (June 9, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1609180658
• ISBN-13: 978-1609180652
• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 0.8 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #285,735 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant July 20, 2011

By Donna

Format:Hardcover

A fantastic resource for partners and others that care for loved ones with PTSD. This covers both military and civilian caused PTSD. Some great down to earth advice. Well worth the read more than once..

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Book Review December 28, 2012

By Marion

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

This is by far the best book I have read on PTSD. It is written to those that are caring for a loved one with PTSD. They talk about what you are feeling, what your loved one is going through, how to help your loved one, treatment options and more. I felt like I had someone who really understood all my mixed up, ever changing emotions. When our loved one is suffering with PTSD, it affects the whole family and oftentimes we are forgotten. They emphasize how important it is for caretakers to stay healthy in mind and body and give you practical steps to do that. I purchased this book for my Kindle, and I may even purchase a hard copy as well in case I want to share it with someone else. Such a great book. I may even read it over and over again because there is a lot of wonderful information to digest.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful, practical, constructive approach to PTSD August 23, 2011

By NE Reader

Format:Paperback

This is a wonderful book, takes a very positive approach to PTSD. Includes lots of stories, and follows the real life participants through their process of dealing with PTSD.

For sufferers, but also very much for partners of sufferers, and how sufferers and family can deal with the issues created by the sufferers response to the trauma endured. Some of the examples are military, but a plurality are people facing other traumas.

Very un-affected- written simply, directly. Very practical and realistic about how hard it is to deal with.

Also has resources, etc. to help work towards dealing with, handling the daily living with PTSD.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Helpful January 1, 2013

By Terry Murdock

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

This book was writen in plain english, which made it extremley helpful. I would recommend this book to anyone who needs a better understanding of what their partner is going through. It's lets you know your not alone in what your going throught !

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book September 27, 2012

By Douglas Goldschmidt

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I frequently buy books for my clients. This one was very useful for the client I had in mind and was much appreciated. The delivery was fast and the book was in good condition.