Introduction
My hope is that this blog will be a forum for trauma victims, therapists and anyone concerned about the plight of someone who has experienced an extreme trauma. Each week I hope to write something that might be useful, but I would be delighted to hear of any topics that you think are neglected.
~ Dr Michael J Scott August 23rd 2008.
Post-traumatic stress disorder is like a boat on stormy waters, on board are not only the victim but also those dearest to them, all are under threat. The passengers each need to know what is going on and what they need to do. But the crew (the Mental Health Services) are very stretched, focussing on keeping the ship afloat rather than explaining. The passengers get very frustrated with little or no explanation and often turn on each other. Relationships become at best strained and some are thrown overboard. Navigating to safer waters becomes critical, but how to get there?
The crew clearly need their own Sat Nav. and in Simply Effective Cognitive Behaviour Therapy* are given just this. For the victim and those closest to them there is a self-help guide Moving On After Trauma published by Routledge.
Any comments on Moving On after Trauma or this blog would be appreciated, but I would also like to hear comments about other resources.
*(To be published by Routledge therapists later this year).