ISSN:
1573-6598
Keywords:
post-traumatic stress (PTSD)
;
dissociation
;
hypnosis
;
Janet
;
history of psychiatry
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Psychology
Notes:
Abstract Pierre Janet's therapeutic approach to traumatized patients was the first attempt to create a systematic, phase-oriented treatment of post-traumatic stress. Janet viewed the trauma response basically as a disorder of memory which interfered with effective action. Relying heavily on the use of hypnosis, he taught that the treatment of post-traumatic psychopathology consisted of forming a stable therapeutic relationship; retrieving and transforming traumatic memories into meaningful experiences; and taking effective action to overcome learned helplessness. Most of his observations and recommendations are as challenging today as when he first made them, starting a century ago.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00974597
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