Friedman, Matthew J.

After the war zone : a practical guide for returning troops and their families by Laurie B Slone( Book )
6 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and held by 1,227 libraries worldwide
A resource for service members, their spouses, families, and communities offers a guide to the most common after-effects of war and includes strategies for reintegration into everyday life, discussion of common myths, and an exploration of mental health concerns

Handbook of PTSD : science and practice by Matthew J Friedman( Book )
30 editions published between 2007 and 2016 in English and Japanese and held by 752 libraries worldwide
Widely regarded as the definitive reference, this handbook brings together foremost authorities on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Diagnostic, conceptual, and treatment issues are reviewed in depth. The volume examines the causes and mechanisms of PTSD on multiple levels, from psychological processes to genes and neurobiology. Risk and resilience processes are addressed across development and in specific populations. Contributors describe evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches as well as promising emerging interventions

Effective treatments for PTSD : practice guidelines from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies by Edna B Foa( Book )
11 editions published between 2000 and 2009 in English and held by 606 libraries worldwide
Publisher's description: This acclaimed volume brings together leading clinical scientists to offer best-practice guidelines for the treatment of PTSD. Developed under the auspices of the PTSD Treatment Guidelines Task Force of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, the book evaluates the efficacy of established and emerging approaches for intervening with adults, adolescents, and children. Paired chapters on each approach thoroughly review the scientific literature; evaluate the strength of the research evidence, including standardized ratings; provide detailed descriptions of therapeutic methods and procedures; and discuss special considerations in treatment

Interventions following mass violence and disasters : strategies for mental health practice by Elspeth Cameron Ritchie( Book )
7 editions published between 2005 and 2008 in English and held by 491 libraries worldwide
Grounded in the best science available, this essential volume presents practical guidelines for effective clinical intervention in the immediate, intermediate, and long-term aftermath of large-scale traumatic events. Vital lessons learned from a variety of mass traumas and natural disasters are incorporated into the book's thorough review of strategies for helping specific victim and survivor populations. The editors and authors include over 40 leading experts in disaster mental health. Of crucial importance, they clearly summarize the empirical evidence supporting each intervention and provide other guidance based on experience and consensus recommendations

Assessing psychological trauma and PTSD by John P Wilson( Book )
12 editions published between 2001 and 2004 in English and held by 484 libraries worldwide
"This authoritative volume presents an innovative psychobiological framework to help clinicians and researchers better understand the myraid difficulties facing patients and navigate the array of available intervention approaches"--Jacket cover

Posttraumatic and acute stress disorders by Matthew J Friedman( Book )
16 editions published between 2000 and 2015 in English and German and held by 444 libraries worldwide
A handy, easy-to-read reference for the diag- nosis and treatment of posttraumatic and acute stress disorders,℗ℓ this important 6th ℗ℓedition has been revised and updated exten- sively, offering a wealth of new information in a concise format. The new DSM-5 diagnos- tic criteria for PTSD and ASD are discussed in depth. Updated tables listing instruments for assessing diagnosis and symptom severity are presented.℗ℓ℗ℓ Chapters 3-5 have been revised to keep pace with the ever-expanding literature on treatment of PTSD with specific attention to evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapy, ℗ℓCBT, and other individual psychosocial treatments (e.g. eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, EMDR) as well as℗ℓ the growing literature on couples, family, group and school-based treatments. Chapter ℗ℓ5 reviews the pathophysiology of PTSD and evidence-based pharmacotherapy for the disorder.℗ℓ Chapter 6 then addresses both normal acute stress ℗ℓreactions and clinically significant ASD,℗ℓ as well as ℗ℓeffective interventions for each. In short this comprehensive, sophisticated, practical, guide is designed for all practitioners who wish to provide the best treatment for PTSD and ASD

Neurobiological and clinical consequences of stress : from normal adaptation to post-traumatic stress disorder ( Book )
11 editions published in 1995 in English and held by 243 libraries worldwide

Post-traumatic stress disorder when the memories won't go away by Matthew J Friedman( visu )
8 editions published between 1991 and 2013 in English and Undetermined and held by 177 libraries worldwide
Posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is an anxiety disorder that develops in some individuals after seeing or living through an event that caused or threatened serious harm or death. Symptoms include flashbacks, bad dreams, emotional numbness, intense guilt or worry, angry outbursts, feeling "on edge," or avoiding thoughts and situations that remind them of the trauma. PTSD affects many civilians as well as veterans and military personnel. Approximately 8 percent of the American population will be affected by PTSD at some point in their lives. In this program, Dr. Friedman provides an overview of the diagnostic criteria for PTSD and explores its epidemiology, risk factors, and neurobiological findings. Evidence-based treatment options are also discussed

A practical guide to PTSD treatment : pharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches by American Psychological Association( Book )
8 editions published between 2014 and 2015 in English and Undetermined and held by 162 libraries worldwide
The human stress response / Matthew J. Friedman -- Emerging scientific and clinical literature on resilience and psychological first aid / Steven Southwick and Patricia Watson -- Posttraumatic stress disorder : patient interview, clinical assessment, and diagnosis / Brian P. Marx and Cassidy A. Gutner -- Antidepressant strategies in the management of PTSD / Nancy C. Bernardy and Matthew J. Friedman -- The use of anxiolytics in the management of PTSD / Nancy C. Bernardy, Tasha Souter & Matthew J. Friedman -- Atypical antipsychotics and anticonvulsants in the treatment of PTSD : treatment options that include cognitive-behavioral therapies / Matthew D. Jeffreys -- Cognitive-behavioral therapies for PTSD / Tara E. Galovski & Chelsea Gloth -- PTSD and insomnia / Jason DeViva and Bruce Capehart -- Co-occurring substance use disorders and posttraumatic stress disorder / Andrew J. Saxon and Tracy L. Simpson -- Treating PTSD in older adults / Joan M. Cook, Ahsan Naseem, and Steven R. Thorp -- Challenging presentations in PTSD / Tonya Masino and Sonya Norman

Promoting the psychosocial well being of children following war and terrorism by NATO Advanced Research Workshop on the Importance of Psychosocial Wellbeing of Children in the Postwar Period for Social Reconstruction and Stability of Terrorist & War Affected Regions( Book )
13 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 86 libraries worldwide
Aims to show how community-based psychosocial approaches promote the psychosocial well being of children following war and terrorism. This book focuses on community-based interventions that link individual mental health/psychosocial well being with the health and stability of the community