Effective Treatments for PTSD, Second Edition: Practice Guidelines from the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies

Developed under the auspices of the PTSD Treatment Guidelines Task Force of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, this tightly edited work is the definitive best-practice reference for practitioners caring for any trauma population. Leading clinical scientists thoroughly review the literature on widely used therapeutic approaches for both adults and children. Succinct treatment guidelines are presented that feature standardized ratings of the evidence for each approach. The book also offers insightful guidance to help clinicians select the most suitable therapy for particular patients and overcome frequently encountered obstacles.   New to This Edition: *Expanded with six additional chapters on child and adolescent treatments. *Adult chapters thoroughly revised to reflect the rapidly growing evidence base. *Chapter on treating other psychiatric problems that co-occur with PTSD. *More coverage of early intervention and prevention.