The Rape Recovery Handbook: Step-by-Step Help for Survivors of Sexual Assault - Softcover

Matsakis, Aphrodite

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1572243376 ISBN 13: 9781572243378

Publisher: New Harbinger, 2003

Synopsis

Victims of rape often suffer from symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), as well as depression, addiction and other emotional problems.

In this new handbook, an expert in the treatment of PTSD helps rape victims cope with the reality of the experience and deal with the aftermath of conflicting and debilitating feelings. Recovery begins by establishing a safety plan that includes what to expect from recovery, and an understanding of how to treat your self during recovery. Learn how to develop a community and supportive network to assist you during the journey and cope with the anxiety and anger that often arise during this process. Understand how sexual assault can affect many aspects of life. Shatter myths about sexual assault and examine how the experience can change relationships. The final part of the book facilitates the mental reconstruction of the assault to diffuse its emotional power. Counter irrational beliefs, find inner reserves of strength and energy, and regain personal power.

About this title

About the Author

As a specialist in post-traumatic stress disorder, Aphrodite Matsakis, Ph.D., has counseled thousands of clients ranging from combat veterans to victims of crime and abuse and other traumatic events. She conducts a private psychotherapy practice specializing in post-traumatic stress disorder and child abuse.

Edition details

• Publisher: New Harbinger
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1572243376
• ISBN 13: 9781572243378
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 190