The Psychology of Acute Trauma

A Clinician's Guide to Healing and Recovery

David Moore, Gregory Mahr

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Psychology
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443332135
• Subtopic: Clinical Psychology
• Index: Psychology

The Psychology of Acute Trauma: A Clinician's Guide to Healing and Recovery is an essential resource that addresses the emerging focus on the treatment of acute trauma, a topic often overshadowed by the extensive literature on PTSD. This groundbreaking guide is particularly aimed at clinicians working with underserved populations, providing crucial insights into the management of acute trauma survivors during the peritraumatic period. By equipping professionals with strategies to alleviate psychological distress, prevent the onset of PTSD, and promote post-traumatic growth, this book fills a significant gap in existing literature. It offers comprehensive guidance on assessment and psychological treatment, covering vital topics such as the neurobiology of acute trauma, psychotherapy approaches, and the role of psychopharmacology. Additionally, the book explores the importance of caregiver support, resilience, and the cultural and spiritual dimensions of recovery. This guide is an invaluable tool for fostering effective trauma programs and enhancing the healing journey for acute trauma patients. - Explores the neurobiology and psychology of acute trauma to understand its impact on survivors and inform treatment approaches - Implements effective psychotherapy techniques tailored for acute trauma patients, promoting healing and resilience - Utilizes practical assessment tools and worksheets provided in the appendices to enhance clinical practice and patient care - Addresses the unique needs of underserved populations, ensuring equitable support and resources for all trauma survivors - Develops comprehensive, acute trauma programs that integrate cultural and spiritual aspects of recovery to foster holistic healing

Table of contents

• Title of Book
• Chapter 1 What is trauma?
• Chapter 2 The next day: beginning the process of recovery
• Chapter 3 The neurobiology of acute trauma
• Chapter 4 Appreciating the impact of complex trauma
• Chapter 5 The psychology of acute trauma: assessment and case conceptualization
• Chapter 6 Psychological interventions for hospitalized trauma patients
• Chapter 7 Psychopharmacologic interventions for trauma patients
• Chapter 8 Understanding and treating nightmares
• Chapter 9 Somatic therapies and acute trauma
• Chapter 10 Neurocognitive disorders and delirium
• Chapter 11 Substance use and misuse
• Chapter 12 Severe and persistent mental illness
• Chapter 13 When treatment is traumatic: understanding and addressing medical trauma
• Chapter 14 The support network
• Chapter 15 Breaking down barriers: addressing social determinants of health
• Chapter 16 Considering cultural context
• Chapter 17 Spiritual aspects of recovery
• Chapter 18 Posttraumatic growth and survivorship
• Chapter 19 Teaching the next generation of clinicians
• Chapter 20 Building an effective trauma and acute care surgical psychology program
• Chapter 21 Future directions
• Chapter 22 Talking trauma: selected dialogs for challenging situations
• Chapter 23 Trauma narratives: historical and literary examples
• Appendix: clinical tools and worksheets
• Index