Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Chapter 1: Trauma Responses and PTSD: Normal Reactions to Abnormal Events

Chapter 2: Acknowledging Loss and Honoring Grief

Chapter 3: What about Me? The Importance of Self-Care

Chapter 4: Self-Care II: Toward Healthy Interdependence and Dialogue

Chapter 5: Self-Care III: Declaring a “Toxic-Free” Zone

Chapter 6: Trauma and Addiction:Weathering the Storms

Chapter 7: Trauma and Parenting

Chapter 8: Rebuilding Your Life

Resources and Reading

Bibliography

About the Author