Rethinking the Trauma of War

Celia Petty

ISBN 10: 1853434078 / ISBN 13: 9781853434075

Published by Free Association Books - IPSUK Jan 1998, 1998

Neuware - This text examines the emerging concerns about the export of trauma experts and counsellors to war-torn areas of the world. As well as presenting an analysis of present, misconceived attempts to give help, the book provides an agenda for future, more appropriate ways of responding. Seller Inventory # 9781853434075

Synopsis:

This text examines the emerging concerns about the export of trauma experts and counsellors to war-torn areas of the world. The contributors are all professionals who are involved in helping adults and children rebuild their lives after witnessing the destruction of their families and communities. Based on their own experience of working internationally, this book presents an analysis of present, misconceived attempts to give help, but also an agenda for future, more appropriate ways of responding to those affected by wars and conflicts.

From the Publisher: Patrick Bracken is Consultant Psychiatrist at the Dept of Social and Economic Studies in the University of Bradford, and Celia Petty is Social Policy Advisor for Save the Children Fund, London.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Rethinking the Trauma of War
Publisher: Free Association Books - IPSUK Jan 1998
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Buch
Condition: Neu