Trauma and Transformation: Growing in the Aftermath of Suffering / Edition 1

by Richard Tedeschi, Lawrence G. Calhoun

Overview

That personal growth often occurs in people who have experienced traumatic events is an acknowledged but under-researched phenomenon. This book fills the gap: the authors use a cognitive framework to explore this finding, focusing upon changes in belief systems reported by trauma survivors.

Tedeschi and Calhoun weave together literature from fields as diverse as philosophy, religion and psychology, and incorporate major research findings into the effect of trauma. With case examples from the authors' research and clinical work, information is presented in a manner accessible to clinicians. In addition, one chapter is written specifically for trauma survivors.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780803952577
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	06/20/1995
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	175
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.60(d)

Table of Contents

The Uses of Suffering
Religious and Psychological Roots
The Negative Consequences of Trauma
Psychological Growth from Trauma
Research Findings
Personality Characteristics and Successful Coping
Tasks and Cognitive Processes in Coping with Trauma
How Growth Happens
A Model for Coping with Trauma
Support and Intervention
Research Directions
Guideposts for People Challenged by Trauma

Editorial Reviews

Weaves together perspectives from philosophy, religion, and psychology on a phenomenon reported since ancient time, the personal growth or strengthening by people who have endured traumatic events. The two clinical psychologists employ a cognitive framework for the discussion because changes in belief systems seems to be part of the process of relieving emotional distress and engaging in useful activity. Addressed to therapists but accessible to lay readers. Paper edition (unseen), $17.95. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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