As Dr. Mark Goulston tells his patients who suffer frompost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), "The fact that you?restill afraid doesn?t mean you?re in any danger. It justtakes the will and the way for your heart and soul to accept whatthe logical part of your mind already knows." In Post-TraumaticStress Disorder For Dummies, Dr. Goulston helps you find thewill and shows you the way. A traumatic event can turn your world upside down, but there isa path out of PTSD. This reassuring guide presents the latest oneffective treatments that help you combat fear, stop stress in itstracks, and bring joy back into your life. You'll learn how to: Identify PTSD symptoms and get a diagnosis Understand PTSD and the nature of trauma Develop a PTSD treatment plan Choose the ideal therapist for you Decide whether cognitive behavior therapy is right for you Weight the pros and cons of PTSD medications Cope with flashbacks, nightmares, and disruptive thoughts Maximize your healing Manage your recovery, both during and after treatment Help a partner, child or other loved one triumph over PTSD Know when you're getting better Get your life back on track Whether you're a trauma survivor with PTSD or the caregiver of aPTSD sufferer, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder For Dummies,gives you the tools you need to win the battle against thisdisabling condition.