CopShock; Surviving Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Allen R. Cates

Nightmares, flashbacks, anger, concentration problems, emotional detachment, avoidance of people and places….These are some of the signs of PTSD. As many as one in three cops may suffer from PTSD, a condition that could lead to depression, suicidal thoughts, addictions, eating disorders, as well as job and family conflict. This book is a down to earth easy read and recommended by trauma experts. It should be read by everyone in law enforcement and be in the library of every law enforcement agency. 441 Pages.

Police Trauma; Psychological Aftermath of Civilian Combat
John M. Violanti, Douglas Patton

The police fight a different kind of war and the enemy is often the police officers own civilian population. The result to the police officer can be both physically and psychologically damaging. This book focuses on the psychological impact of police civilian combat. During a police career, the men and women of law enforcement are exposed to distressing events that go far beyond the experiences of ordinary citizens. The information contained in Police Trauma can be used to better understand traumatic police stress and improve support to the dedicated men and women who make up the nations law enforcement agencies. 327 Pages.

Post Traumatic Stress Intervention; Challenges, Issues, and Perspectives
John M. Violanti, Douglas Patton, Christine Dunning

This book demonstrates the need for alternatives to the prevailing model of post-trauma prevention. It explores ways and means other than the traditional post-traumatic stress de-briefing for facilitating recovery and developing resilience to psychological trauma. Recommended reading for emergency service providers such as police and fire personnel and those mental health professionals and chaplains working with the emergency services. 219 Pages.

Traumatic Stress In Critical Occupations
John M. Violanti, Douglas Patton

This book provides a comprehensive review of the recognition, consequences, and treatment of traumatic stress in critical occupations. The text focuses primarily on the professions of law enforcement, the fire services, and emergency medical services professionals. It discusses the implications for these professionals of exposure to traumatic events. 245 Pages.