Description
Book SynopsisThis book shows mental health providers how to understand PTSD in first responders, and outlines practical, evidence-based approaches to assess and treat PTSD in these populations.
Trade ReviewDr. Bryant, a leader in the field of trauma disorders, takes us on a journey through the science and his caring, detailed, and helpful understanding and approach to treatment of PTSD in first responders. Those who work with first responders will find this the go-to text for informing and updating treatments. -- Robert J. Ursano, MD, Senior Editor, Textbook of Disaster Psychiatry, and Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
Dr. Richard Bryant is a rock star of PTSD, and now he has turned his attention to treating first responders. This book could not be more timely, comprehensive, or useful. I highly recommend it. -- Barbara O. Rothbaum, PhD, ABPP, Professor in Psychiatry, Director of the Veterans Program and Trauma and Anxiety Recovery Program, Paul A. Janssen Chair in Neuropsychopharmacology, and Associate Vice Chair of Clinical Research, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
It’s all here, every fact or snippet of trauma-related information which is relevant to the emergency services. Anyone who has an interest in emergency responder mental health will be reassured having this book close to hand. -- Professor Neil Greenberg, MD, FRCPsych, Professor of Defence Mental Health, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments
Introduction: An Outline of Treating PTSD in First Responders
1. A Review of Current Knowledge of PTSD
2. What Do We Know About PTSD in First Responders?
3. Models of PTSD
4. Moral Injury in First Responders
5. Assessing PTSD in First Responders
6. Review of Treatments for PTSD
7. The Potential for Psychological Debriefing as a Preventative Intervention
8. Strategies for Treating PTSD in First Responders
9. Challenges in Treating First Responders
10. Addressing Organizational Stressors During Therapy
11. Forensic Issues
12. Concluding Comments and Future Directions: Treating PTSD in First Responders
References
Index
About the Author
