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I Can't Get Over It - 2nd Edition by Aphrodite T Matsakis (Paperback)

I Can't Get Over It - 2nd Edition by  Aphrodite T Matsakis (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>I Can't Get Over It was written to guide survivors of crime, acidents, rape, family violence, and sexual abuse through the process of recovering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Now in an updated edition, this guide includes new information on suicide, traumatic memories, depression, guilt, and the new EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) technique.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>In this ground-breaking book, Dr. Matsakis explains that post-traumatic stress disorder affects not just soldiers, but also suruvivors of many other types of trauma including: </p> -crime<br> -vehicular accidents<br> -rape<br> -family violence<br> -sexual abuse<br> -natural catastrophes<br> <p><em>I Can't Get Over It </em>directly addresses survivors of trauma. It explains the nature of PTSD and describes the healing process. This book will help you: </p> -Find out whether you have PTSD<br> -Cope with post-traumatic anger, grief, and survivor guilt<br> -Recognize related problems such as depression, substance abuse, compulsive behavior and low self-esteem<br> -Identify "triggers" that set off flashbacks, anxiety attacks, and other symptoms<br> -Relieve wounding caused by others' blaming and insensitivity <br> -Gain a sense of empowerment and hope for the future<br><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>I Can't Get Over It directly addresses survivors of trauma. It explains the nature of SD and describes the healing process. This book will help you find out whether you have PTSD; cope with post-traumatic anger, grief, and survivor guilt; recognize related problems such as depression, substance abuse, compulsive behavior, and low self-esteem; identify "triggers" that set off flashbacks, anxiety attacks, and other symptoms; relieve wounding caused by others' blaming and insensitivity; and gain a sense of empowerment and hope for the future.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"For the trauma survivor and the field professional, Dr. Matsakis has written on the most informative and sensitive books on surviving violent trauma. <em>I Can't Get Over It </em>covers most useful techniques and self-help suggestions for safe recovery, empowerment, and growth following trauma."<br> --Yigal Ben-Haim, Ph.D., Trauma Specialist with the Veterans Assistance Center and Alta Bates Burn Center in Berkeley, California</p><br><br><p>"The book provides a wealth of information about specific traumas and suggests techniques for dealing with them as well. While many trauma survivors believe they 'can't get over it, ' use of this book, combined with appropriate therapy, will certainly assist them on their healing journeys."<br> --Mary Beth Williams, Ph.D., author of <em>Handbook of Post-Traumatic Therapy </em></p><br>

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