Neurobiology and Treatment of Traumatic Dissociation: Towards an Embodied Self

by Ulrich F. Lanius, Sandra L. Paulsen, Frank M. Corrigan

Encompassing the contributions of expert clinicians and researchers in the area of traumatic stress and dissociation, this volume is the first to integrate current neuroscience research regarding traumatic dissociation with several cutting-edge approaches to treatment, providing a comprehensive, neurobiologically based treatment approach. The text discusses current neuroscientific research regarding traumatic stress and dissociation that includes attachment, affective neuroscience, polyvagal theory, structural dissociation, and information processing theory, yielding a comprehensive model that guides treatment and clinical interventions for traumatic dissociation. It then integrates this model with stage-oriented treatment and current therapeutic interventions, including EMDR, somatic and body psychotherapy approaches, Ego State Therapy, and adjunctive pharmacological interventions. Readers are given hands-on practical guidance regarding clinical decision making, enabling them to make sound choices about interventions that will facilitate optimal treatment outcomes. Key

Genres: Psychology, Ebooks, Medical

536 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2013

Reviews

[Michael Dadson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a solid, well researched book that helps therapists understand the biological and neurological effects of Trauma. Further, it applies that knowledge to the practical work of therapy. I wrote a brief article a few years ago on the Neurological effects of trauma and I wish I had this book then as a resource. I highly recommend this book for therapists and informed, curious individuals who are looking for a cutting edge read on the subject.

[Irene · Rating 4 out of 5]

No sé por qué me pintó esa, es un libro de bastante complejidad y en varias partes no entendí mucho o me perdí. Pero igual creo que con algo me quedé, me resulta re interesante el trastorno de identidad disociativo (o de personalidad múltiple)

[Manuel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Un libro imprescindible y muy denso para todos los interesados en el tema de la disociación. Junto con el yo atormentado el mejor libro que conozco sobre el tema

[Alicia Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an incredibly dense book containing tons of information about these disorders and possible neurobiological underpinnings. I also really enjoyed the second part where they discuss therapeutic interventions that utilize what we know about the neurobiology to treat these patients. The writing is not made for the lay person and takes quite a bit of concentration to take it all in. This is an excellent book for practitioners or anyone interested in research in this area.