Everything You Need to Know About Natural Disasters and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Need to Know Library)

Lee, Richard S.; Lee, Mary Price

ISBN 10: 0823920534 ISBN 13: 9780823920532

Publisher: Rosen Pub Group, 1995

Synopsis

An important exploration of the severe emotional trauma that can result from posttraumatic stress disorder shows how natural disasters can have long-term psychological effects and offers counseling and information for those suffering from this disorder.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

Gr 5 Up--The Lees provide a good basic understanding of what causes these natural phenomena and how to stay safe when they occur. For those teens unlucky enough to experience them, the book also lists positive, helpful ways to overcome the stress and feelings of loss that usually accompany a diasater. Rather than focusing on the simple relief at surviving, the authors acknowledge the fear, depression, and anger that post-traumatic stress disorder victims often feel. Moe takes a basic, common-sense approach to her subject. She provides good reasons for teens to stay celibate, but the entire book can be summarized by the last three sentences of text: "Abstinence is defined as not participating in sexual intercourse until marriage. Abstinence may mean you don't do romantic kissing, necking, petting, masturbation, or outercourse. Your version of abstinence is your decision." This title is a better choice for students who are considering personal choices than for those who are writing reports. Both books include full-color and black-and-white photos. Directory of organizations and lists for further reading (no journal articles) are appended.

Susan R. Farber, Chappaqua Library, NY

Copyright 1996 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

About this edition

• Publisher: Rosen Pub Group
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0823920534
• ISBN 13: 9780823920532
• Binding: Library Binding
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 64