1. Introduction and historical perspective -- 2. Normal reactions to trauma -- 3. Epidemiology of post-traumatic stress disorder and post-traumatic illness -- 4. Actiology and predisposing factors -- 5. What constitutes a stressor? -- 6. Post-traumatic illness other than post-traumatic stress disorder -- 7. Diagnosis and assessment -- 8. Management and outcome of post-traumatic illness -- 9. Medicolegal aspects of post-traumatic illness -- 10. Prevention of post-traumatic illness -- 11. The way ahead - whither now?
Summary
A concise yet comprehensive and practical guide to the study and management of post traumatic responses
