Rendon, Jim.

Upside : the new science of post-traumatic growth / Jim Rendon. - xv, 269 pages ; 24 cm

Reversing psychology : how two researchers discovered the transformative power of trauma -- The psychiatrist in the death camp : from modern psychology to batman, post-traumatic growth is universal -- That was traumatic? : neuroscience and the personal nature of trauma -- Telling a new story : why your narrative makes or breaks growth -- Relying on others : community and support are vital for change -- Expressing yourself : growth demands honest communication -- Focusing on the positive : the transformative power of optimism -- Finding meaning in faith : the religious path to growth -- Opening up to new experiences : creativity spurs change -- Racing boats and climbing mountains : getting active opens the door to growth -- Bonding with those who get it : how the sad dads saved each other -- Managing distress and learning to grow : the path to change through therapy -- Fulfillment vs. happiness : why growth will last a lifetime.

9781476761633 (hardcover)

2015002864


Psychic trauma.
Post-traumatic stress disorder.
Life change events--Psychological aspects.

BF175.5.P75 / R46 2015

155.9/042