New Release Offers Hope for Abuse and Trauma Sufferers
According to the American Psychological Association (www.apa.org), approximately one-half of all individuals will experience a traumatic event in their lifetimes. Traumatic events include physical, psychological, and sexual abuse; terrorism and war; domestic violence; witnessing violence against others; and accidents and natural disasters. The consequences can be stressful and serious for both survivors and their families. The APA says most will absorb the trauma over time, but many experience long-lasting problems. Approximately 8 percent of survivors will develop post-traumatic stress disorder...
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