The authors here provide discussions of current research in treatment, intervention, and prevention of post-traumatic stress disorder. In addition to giving a historical review of PTSD, following chapters all include case studies intended to add to the understanding of the influences and impacts of the disease and its treatment and care. Topics include recognizing PTSD, its varieties, PTSD in children and adolescents, neuroscience, treatment approaches, and post-traumatic strengths. Authors are Krippner and Pitchford (psychology, Saybrook U.) and Davies (licensed psychotherapist). Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)