Comments on: Mindfulness and Trauma: An Interview with John Briere, Ph.D. http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/ A blog about mindfulness and psychotherapy by psychologist Elisha Goldstein, Ph.D. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:38:10 +0000 hourly 1 By: Do I have PTSD and some Low-calorie PTSD Comfort Food | WAGblog http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-7088 Do I have PTSD and some Low-calorie PTSD Comfort Food | WAGblog Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:00:12 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-7088 [...] by symptoms, but also by the precursor of the illness (the traumatic event). Since talking about trauma may evoke painful emotions, people often refrain from discussing past traumatic [...] [...] by symptoms, but also by the precursor of the illness (the traumatic event). Since talking about trauma may evoke painful emotions, people often refrain from discussing past traumatic [...]

]]> By: A Moment of Happy « aisha http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-7086 A Moment of Happy « aisha Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:19:23 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-7086 [...] reactive.”  It’s a variation of “hunker down and survive” that John Briere talks about.  A way to cope that we learn when asking for what you want and need doesn’t [...] [...] reactive.”  It’s a variation of “hunker down and survive” that John Briere talks about.  A way to cope that we learn when asking for what you want and need doesn’t [...]

]]> By: Myths of PTSD from Psych Central!!!! « C PTSD – A Way Out http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-6917 Myths of PTSD from Psych Central!!!! « C PTSD – A Way Out Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:17:25 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-6917 [...] Stress reactions to trauma exist, but these should not be considered as a serious medical [...] [...] Stress reactions to trauma exist, but these should not be considered as a serious medical [...]

]]> By: Stepfamilies on TV: Step by Step - Dating for Parents Dating, Single Parent Dating http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-6844 Stepfamilies on TV: Step by Step - Dating for Parents Dating, Single Parent Dating Tue, 03 Jan 2012 05:49:14 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-6844 [...] if shows that were realistic about stepfamilies were aired on TV and people could see the emotional trauma and problems involved, maybe people would think twice about getting divorced and [...] [...] if shows that were realistic about stepfamilies were aired on TV and people could see the emotional trauma and problems involved, maybe people would think twice about getting divorced and [...]

]]> By: How can I develop grit and become mentally tough? « Chris Nothling http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-3789 How can I develop grit and become mentally tough? « Chris Nothling Tue, 23 Aug 2011 06:49:10 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-3789 [...] the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or even significant sources of stress. We may describe resilience as [...] [...] the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or even significant sources of stress. We may describe resilience as [...]

]]> By: When Meditation is the Wrong Way, Part I | think of now http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-3428 When Meditation is the Wrong Way, Part I | think of now Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:07:20 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-3428 [...] at Mindfulness & Psychotherapy published one of his typically excellent interviews on his blog; this one was with John Briere, the psychologist and trauma expert.  I found the interview interesting at the time–and [...] [...] at Mindfulness & Psychotherapy published one of his typically excellent interviews on his blog; this one was with John Briere, the psychologist and trauma expert.  I found the interview interesting at the time–and [...]

]]> By: Eric Duff http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-3423 Eric Duff Sat, 02 Apr 2011 22:14:38 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-3423 I trained as a psychotherapist and episcopal priest over 30 years ago, in response to multiple trauma experiences both as a child and an adult. I stumbled onto mindfulness training soon after witnessing the death of a friend in an accident. My comment is in response to Dr. Briere's regarding therapy close to the time of trauma. Without much direction, I plunged into meditation, sometimes devoting the better part of a day in silence. In retrospect, this was not the healthiest response. Meditation can sometimes become an avoidance mechanism, and at the early stages I think should be balanced with healthy interaction, and activity that moves us through pain, at least for a short period of time. I have discovered over the years that my PTSD takes on new forms, even as I feel I've recovered from one aspect. I have been disabled for the better part of a year, and now have accepted a new position. I am once again surprised by the extent my symptoms have expressed themselves, as I prepare for this new experience. I look forward to exploring more of Dr. Briere's work in the coming weeks, as once again balance recovery and working life. I trained as a psychotherapist and episcopal priest over 30 years ago, in response to multiple trauma experiences both as a child and an adult. I stumbled onto mindfulness training soon after witnessing the death of a friend in an accident.

My comment is in response to Dr. Briere’s regarding therapy close to the time of trauma. Without much direction, I plunged into meditation, sometimes devoting the better part of a day in silence. In retrospect, this was not the healthiest response. Meditation can sometimes become an avoidance mechanism, and at the early stages I think should be balanced with healthy interaction, and activity that moves us through pain, at least for a short period of time.

I have discovered over the years that my PTSD takes on new forms, even as I feel I’ve recovered from one aspect. I have been disabled for the better part of a year, and now have accepted a new position. I am once again surprised by the extent my symptoms have expressed themselves, as I prepare for this new experience. I look forward to exploring more of Dr. Briere’s work in the coming weeks, as once again balance recovery and working life.

]]> By: anonymous2 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-3197 anonymous2 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 16:19:45 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-3197 In my career as a psychotherapist, I specialized in trauma recovery work (though I was not a trauma survivor as my entry to the profession). I practiced mindfulness meditation, and taught mindfulness meditation to hundreds of clients. After several years into retirement, I was raped recently, and now am diagnosed with PTSD. My deepest gratitude to Dr. Briere for his work, that informed my own and helps me now. With my training preceding my own overwhelming experience, I am, ironically, simultaneously plagued and blessed with awareness of the nuances of PTSD. Ongoing mindfulness practice along with the help of a compassionate and skilled clinician are seeing me through. In my career as a psychotherapist, I specialized in trauma recovery work (though I was not a trauma survivor as my entry to the profession). I practiced mindfulness meditation, and taught mindfulness meditation to hundreds of clients. After several years into retirement, I was raped recently, and now am diagnosed with PTSD. My deepest gratitude to Dr. Briere for his work, that informed my own and helps me now. With my training preceding my own overwhelming experience, I am, ironically, simultaneously plagued and blessed with awareness of the nuances of PTSD. Ongoing mindfulness practice along with the help of a compassionate and skilled clinician are seeing me through.

]]> By: Life After Trauma: A Workbook for Healing | Psych Central http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-2424 Life After Trauma: A Workbook for Healing | Psych Central Wed, 20 Oct 2010 18:39:25 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-2424 [...] life to maintain their normalcy. This book is a highly beneficial guide, demonstrating individual coping strategies that build a safety net through supportive relationships and repairing the ever-important aspect of [...] [...] life to maintain their normalcy. This book is a highly beneficial guide, demonstrating individual coping strategies that build a safety net through supportive relationships and repairing the ever-important aspect of [...]

]]> By: Psych Central Newsletter for March 17, 2010 | Pedio http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-briere-ph-d/comment-page-1/#comment-1361 Psych Central Newsletter for March 17, 2010 | Pedio Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:36:50 +0000 http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/?p=725#comment-1361 [...] [30]Mindfulness and Trauma: An Interview with John Briere, Ph.D. (Mindfulness and Psychotherapy) – Today, John talks with us about trauma, and how he uses mindfulness to address it. Links: 30. http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-brie... [...] [...] [30]Mindfulness and Trauma: An Interview with John Briere, Ph.D. (Mindfulness and Psychotherapy) – Today, John talks with us about trauma, and how he uses mindfulness to address it. Links: 30. http://blogs.psychcentral.com/mindfulness/2010/03/mindfulness-and-trauma-an-interview-with-john-brie... [...]

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