The Adverse Childhood Experiences Recovery Workbook
Glenn R. Schiraldi, Ph.D.
Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc., 2021
232 pages
Practical, powerful skills for healing the hidden wounds of childhood trauma
“Dr. Glenn Schiraldi is one of the world’s most trusted experts on stress and resilience. His Adverse Childhood Experiences Recovery Workbook is the most complete, accessible, and evidence-based healing resource available. The ripples of childhood trauma spread throughout our society affecting every facet of life. Thanks to Schiraldi’s stellar work, there is a now a trusted map to recovery available for lay people and helping professionals alike. This workbook is a game changer with the power to heal lives. I can’t recommend it highly enough.”
— Joan Borysenko, PhD, distinguished pioneer in integrative medicine. New York Times best selling author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind
Learn how childhood adversities such as abuse, neglect, or living in an otherwise troubled home lead to scores of physical and psychological conditions in adulthood. These conditions range from depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, suicidality, and drug abuse to autoimmune disorders, obesity, diabetes, chronic pain, and even cancer and heart disease. Then learn healing skills to reduce needless suffering—skills based on recent advances in neuroscience, attachment theory, traumatic stress, and resilience. These skills also help to improve happiness and mental and physical health and functioning generally. A treasure trove for laypersons and professionals alike.