Trauma and Transformation Growing in the Aftermath of Suffering [Paperback]

That personal growth often occurs in people who have experienced traumatic events is an acknowledged but under-researched phenomenon. This book fills the gap: the authors use a cognitive framework to explore this finding, focusing upon changes in belief systems reported by trauma survivors.

Tedeschi and Calhoun weave together literature from fields as diverse as philosophy, religion and psychology, and incorporate major research findings into the effect of trauma. With case examples from the authors' research and clinical work, information is presented in a manner accessible to clinicians. In addition, one chapter is written specifically for trauma survivors.That personal growth often occurs in people who have experienced traumatic events is an acknowledged but under-researched phenomenon. This book fills the gap: the authors use a cognitive framework to explore this finding, focusing upon changes in belief systems reported by trauma survivors.

Tedeschi and Calhoun weave together literature from fields as diverse as philosophy, religion and psychology, and incorporate major research findings into the effect of trauma. With case examples from the authors' research and clinical work, information is presented in a manner accessible to clinicians. In addition, one chapter is written specifically for trauma survivors.The Uses of Suffering
Religious and Psychological Roots
The Negative Consequences of Trauma
Psychological Growth from Trauma
Research Findings
Personality Characteristics and Successful Coping
Tasks and Cognitive Processes in Coping with Trauma
How Growth Happens
A Model for Coping with Trauma
Support and Intervention
Research Directions
Guideposts for People Challenged by Trauma