The Psychology of Acute Trauma
A Clinician’s Guide to Healing and Recovery
- 1st Edition - June 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Authors: David Moore, Gregory Mahr
- Language: English
The Psychology of Acute Trauma: A Clinician’s Guide to Healing and Recovery is an essential resource that addresses the emerging focus on the treatment of acute trauma, a to… Read more
The Psychology of Acute Trauma: A Clinician’s Guide to Healing and Recovery is an essential resource that addresses the emerging focus on the treatment of acute trauma, a topic often overshadowed by the extensive literature on PTSD. This groundbreaking guide is particularly aimed at clinicians working with underserved populations, providing crucial insights into the management of acute trauma survivors during the peritraumatic period. By equipping professionals with strategies to alleviate psychological distress, prevent the onset of PTSD, and promote post-traumatic growth, this book fills a significant gap in existing literature.
It offers comprehensive guidance on assessment and psychological treatment, covering vital topics such as the neurobiology of acute trauma, psychotherapy approaches, and the role of psychopharmacology. Additionally, the book explores the importance of caregiver support, resilience, and the cultural and spiritual dimensions of recovery. This guide is an invaluable tool for fostering effective trauma programs and enhancing the healing journey for acute trauma patients.
It offers comprehensive guidance on assessment and psychological treatment, covering vital topics such as the neurobiology of acute trauma, psychotherapy approaches, and the role of psychopharmacology. Additionally, the book explores the importance of caregiver support, resilience, and the cultural and spiritual dimensions of recovery. This guide is an invaluable tool for fostering effective trauma programs and enhancing the healing journey for acute trauma patients.
- Explores the neurobiology and psychology of acute trauma to understand its impact on survivors and inform treatment approaches
- Implements effective psychotherapy techniques tailored for acute trauma patients, promoting healing and resilience
- Utilizes practical assessment tools and worksheets provided in the appendices to enhance clinical practice and patient care
- Addresses the unique needs of underserved populations, ensuring equitable support and resources for all trauma survivors
- Develops comprehensive, acute trauma programs that integrate cultural and spiritual aspects of recovery to foster holistic healing
Physicians, psychologists, therapists and nurses who work with acute trauma patients
1. What is trauma?
2. Why me?
3. The neurobiology of acute trauma
4. The psychology of acute trauma
5. Psychotherapy for acute trauma
6. Nightmares and trauma
7. The psychopharmacology of acute trauma
8. Helping caregivers
9. Resilience and survivorship
10. Cultural and spiritual aspects of recovery
11. Building an effective acute trauma program
12. Future directions
Appendix
A: Identifying high risk patients
B: Assessment tools, worksheets, and supporting materials
2. Why me?
3. The neurobiology of acute trauma
4. The psychology of acute trauma
5. Psychotherapy for acute trauma
6. Nightmares and trauma
7. The psychopharmacology of acute trauma
8. Helping caregivers
9. Resilience and survivorship
10. Cultural and spiritual aspects of recovery
11. Building an effective acute trauma program
12. Future directions
Appendix
A: Identifying high risk patients
B: Assessment tools, worksheets, and supporting materials
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Language: English
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David Moore
David A. Moore, PsyD is a Senior Staff Clinical Health Psychologist and the Director of Trauma and Acute Care Surgical Psychology Services at Henry Ford Hospital, in the Department of Surgery, Division of Acute Care Surgery, and the Department of Psychiatry. Additionally, he serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, as well as the Vice Chair of the Henry Ford Hospital Ethics Committee. He has extensive clinical and research experience in academic medical centers across the US, including three Level I trauma centers. Dr. Moore has served in leadership roles at all stages of training with a deep interest in facilitating the integration of psychology programs into medical settings and nationally providing education to community and professional audiences.
Affiliations and expertise
Henry Ford Health, Detroit, MI, USAGM
Gregory Mahr
Greg Mahr, MD is a psychiatrist, teacher and writer. He is director of Consultation Liaison Psychiatry at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and is on faculty at the Wayne State University School of Medicine and Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Dreamwork and psychodynamic psychology have been long standing interests of Dr. Mahr. He co-authored The Wisdom of Dreams: Science, Synchronicity and the Language of the Soul with Chris Drake. Greg is an experienced writer and has published flash fiction and poetry in a variety of medical and literary journals. His poetry chapbook, Open Heart, was published in 2023 by Celery City Press.
Affiliations and expertise
Henry Ford Health, Detroit, MI, USA