Prolonged Exposure Therapy for Ptsd: Emotional Processing of Traumatic Experiences

by Elizabeth Hembree, Barbara Olaslov Rothbaum, Edna B. Foa, et al.

Book Overview

An estimated 70% of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives. Though most recover on their own, up to 20% develop chronic Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. For these people, overcoming PTSD requires the help of a professional.

This guide gives clinicians the information they need to treat clients who exhibit the symptoms of PTSD. It is based on the principles of Prolonged Exposure Therapy, the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195308506
• ISBN13: 9780195308501
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Book review

This is a good guide for therapist working with patients around PTSD. I recommend it to others interested in implementing this therapy modality.

PE and PTSD

This therapy definitely works for PTSD. I strongly encourage therapists to train and/or use not only with Rape victims but also with returning vets and vets from previous conflicts.

Excellent for Clinicians

This book and workbook are excellent resources on an effective treatment for use by clinicians/practitioners who are more experienced in CBT and behavioral interventions for anxiety or simular disorders.

Very fast shipping

Received book two days after I placed order. Book was wrapped in plastic and in excellent condition. Great buying experience.