Psychological Trauma

This section includes resources for psychotherapists and other mental health professionals relating to trauma and treatment of conditions such as post traumatic stress disorder.

Trauma: Major Resources

Trauma Info Pages (David Baldwin)

A rich resource for traumatic stress, especially for clinicians--but it had very diverse sections and is quite comprehensive.

" These Trauma Pages focus primarily on emotional trauma and traumatic stress, including PTSD (Post-traumatic Stress Disorder) and dissociation, whether following individual traumatic experience(s) or a large-scale disaster. The purpose of this award winning site is to provide information for clinicians and researchers in the traumatic-stress field. Specifically, my interests here include both clinical and research aspects of trauma responses and their resolution."

The PILOTS Database (U.S. Veterans Administration, The National Center for PTSD)

A database for searching literature on PTSD in veterans and other populations.

" An Electronic Index to the Traumatic Stress Literature The PILOTS (Published International Literature on Traumatic Stress) database is an electronic index to the worldwide literature on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental-health consequences of exposure to traumatic events. It is produced by the National Center for PTSD, and is electronically available to the public. There is no charge for using the database, and no account or password is required. Although it is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the PILOTS database is not limited to literature on PTSD among veterans."

Green Cross Academy of Traumatology

This organization provides training and various responses to traumatic events affecting populations. They publish the journal Traumatology, which has some free, full-text articles available.

"The Green Cross Academy of Traumatology responds to requests from individuals, organizations, and other entities following a traumatic event. We exist to guarantee that those who are vulnerable…victims of disasters and other traumatic events…have access to quality, appropriate and competent disaster mental health support." 

Children

The Child Survivor of Traumatic Stress

Also has a page on assessment instruments and research.

" An Electronic Newsletter for Professionals Based on a newsletter edited and published by Kenneth E. Fletcher, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Medical Center. This web site provides access to selected articles from the The CHILD SURVIVOR of Traumatic Stress, a newsletter for professionals who have dealings with traumatized children. As most people in this field are aware, traumatized children have generally been ignored by researchers, theorists, and even practitioners until recently. The CHILD SURVIVOR of Traumatic Stress is intended to serve as a forum for those of us who are concerned with gaining a better understanding of the impact of traumatic experience on children. "

Treatment

The Traumatic Incident Reduction Association (TIR)

Do you know if this approach is kept up to date? It has been subjected to research. It Was originated from Dianetics and more fundamental psychological knowledge into an approach that has features in common with other trauma therapies. It was even included in an early traumatology project called the Active Ingredients Project and was shown to have good results. As far as I know, it should not be tarnished by it's developer's (Frank Gerbode, MD) early ties with Scientology, that ended in 1982. I don't believe it has metaphysical beliefs, though the term metapsychology might give the wrong impression. Please comment on any inaccuracies or helpful information.

" The Traumatic Incident Reduction Association, was formed by and is recognized by Applied Metapsychology International as the official membership organization for those practicing TIR and related Applied Metapsychology techniques.

The Association's purpose is to further the work and efforts of AMI by supporting a community of people who use the subject of Applied Metapsychology in their work.

Applied Metapsychology International (AMI) was first formed by Frank A. Gerbode, M.D. in 1986, for the purpose of continuing to develop, research, and disseminate the subject of Applied Metapsychology. AMI is a 501(c)3 Non-profit corporation.

As well as working out the basic philosophy, AMI has gone on to develop specific applications of the subject, such as dealing with addictions, complex trauma, bereavement, phobias, relationship problems, enhancing creativity, and maximizing potential." 

Dissociation

International Society for the Study of Dissociation (ISSD)

Very committed professional organization concerned with treatment and understanding of dissociation and the developmental issues and traumatic stress associated with it. Among other things, they offer a newsletter, journal and guidelines for treatment.

Support

Sites for the public to gain support for conditions stemming from psychological trauma and anxiety disorders. Sidran includes professional training and a therapist listing.

tAPir

" Welcome to the web's first and still best self-help resource for those with anxiety disorders. Panic attacks, phobias, extreme shyness, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, and generalized anxiety disrupt the lives of an estimated 15% of the population. tAPir is a free grass-roots website dedicated to providing information, relief, and support for those recovering from debilitating anxiety. " 

 

Sidran Foundation

Includes professional training and makes referrals. Provides direct support as well as online resources.

"...helps people understand, recover from, and treat traumatic stress (including PTSD), dissociative disorders, and co-occurring issues, such as addictions, self injury, and suicidality. Sidran (SID-run) began in 1986 out of a family tragedy when a beloved family member who had been abused in childhood was subsequently diagnosed with serious, debilitating psychiatric problems and a related life-threatening medical disorder. Frustrated in their search for help for the complex needs of their family member at the time, the Sidran family convened professionals from a variety of disciplines, support program representatives, and national organizations to determine how they could best help their own loved one, and others. With each meeting it became apparent that gaps in basic understanding existed in service delivery, continuity of care, public policy, and sound research."