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Trauma, Neurobiology, and Personality Dynamics: A Primer
- The Journal of Individual Psychology
- University of Texas Press
- Volume 72, Number 3, Fall 2016
- pp. 161-167
- 10.1353/jip.2016.0014
- Article
- Additional Information
Abstract:
This article describes the basic neurobiology of psychological trauma with a focus on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Because it is intended as a primer for psychotherapists and other mental health professionals, it emphasizes psychological and personality dynamics, particularly lifestyle dynamics.