Main description:

Burnout and trauma related employment stress (TRES), which includes compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and vicarious trauma, are increasing in prevalence as attrition rates, mental health disturbances, and suicide rates are climbing for those in the helping professions. This book highlights the imperative for prevention and early intervention using acceptance and commitment strategies. It includes cognitive, acceptance, and mindfulness techniques to assist the individual in achieving goals through values-based living.

Among the topics discussed:

Definitions of Burnout and TRES
Prevalence rates of burnout and TRES in the helping professions
Mindfulness and acceptance practices
Defusion and cognitive techniques
Values based goal setting
Organizational responsibilities and strategies
Assessment resources

Burnout and Trauma Related Employment Stress will be a valuable resource for clinicians working with those experiencing the symptoms of TRES and burnout, as well as the individuals themselves.

Contents:

Chapter 1. Introduction to Burnout and Trauma Related Employment Stress.- Chapter 2. Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Practices.- Chapter 3. Mindfulness and Acceptance Practices.- Chapter 4. Defusion and Cognitive Techniques.- Chapter 5. Commitment: Values and Professional Goal Setting.- Chapter 6. Organizational Strategies for Addressing Burnout and Trauma Related Employment Stress.- Chapter 7. Assessment, Resources, and Conclusion.