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Hostage James F. Campbell

Hostage By James F. Campbell

Hostage by James F. Campbell


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In recent years, the field of psychology has seen an increasing interest in the aftereffects of psychological trauma. In sharing the intimate details of this process, the hostage survivors have allowed us to be close observers in their efforts to redefine their world and themselves.

Hostage Summary

Hostage: Terror and Triumph by James F. Campbell

In recent years, the field of psychology has seen an increasing interest in the aftereffects of psychological trauma. Work has been published that examines the psychological sequelae of rape, incest, combat, natural disaster, fire, and, in a few cases, hostage-taking. This is the first book that takes a long-term perspective, by asking questions such as:

How did survivors view their experience through the lens of time? Were there any positive effects associated with the experience? The author examines how hostage victims perceive their victimization, and how they go about the task of rebuilding their assumptive world. In sharing the intimate details of this process, the hostage survivors have allowed us to be close observers in their efforts to redefine their world and themselves. They have served to expose the internal and external forces that have helped or hindered their efforts. It is important for those in human services, as well as management in higher-risk professions, to understand the trauma from the survivors' perspective. They need to know what is helpful to survivors and what is not. Common sense assumptions of those in authority are often wrong. Moreover, the initial post-release shock and the overwhelming press of emotions and events make it difficult for survivors to discern and express their genuine needs. The passage of time can help to distill and organize thoughts and feelings. In deepening our understanding of the needs of victims, this study has enhanced our ability to be of service.

About James F. Campbell

JAMES F. CAMPBELL is a staff psychologist in the Counseling Center at the University of Rhode Island and an adjunct professor in the Department of Human Development, Counseling, and Family Studies.

Table of Contents

Introduction Victimization: Setting the Stage The Search for Meaning Captivity and Chaos: The Riots Survival: Through the Years Hostage Victims and the Counseling Profession: Implications and Recommendations Appendix A: Sample Interview Appendix B: Coding Categories References Index

Additional information

NPB9780313284861
9780313284861
0313284865
Hostage: Terror and Triumph by James F. Campbell
New
Hardback
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
1992-11-24
176
N/A
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