Trauma and PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Why Are There So Many Treatments for PTSD, and How Do I Choose?

Patricia A. Resick Ph.D., ABPP on April 29, 2024

New therapies for PTSD are presented frequently. Caveat emptor. Unless the therapy has been tested with multiple studies, it could just be nonspecific effects of treatment.

New therapies for PTSD are presented frequently. Caveat emptor. Unless the therapy has been tested with multiple studies, it could just be nonspecific effects of treatment.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Is Phase-Based Treatment Needed for PTSD?

Patricia A. Resick Ph.D., ABPP on March 22, 2024

Personal Perspective: Although widely believed to be necessary, PTSD treatment doesn't need to be preceded by a preparatory skills phase. In fact, it may backfire.

Personal Perspective: Although widely believed to be necessary, PTSD treatment doesn't need to be preceded by a preparatory skills phase. In fact, it may backfire.

Trauma

How the Definition of Trauma Has Changed Over Time

Patricia A. Resick Ph.D., ABPP on February 19, 2024

Trauma is a changing concept. What does it cover, and how is it being used?

Trauma is a changing concept. What does it cover, and how is it being used?