Transcending Post-Infidelity Stress Disorder (PISD)

<p><b>Have you been traumatized by infidelity?</b> <p/>The phrase broken heart belies the real trauma behind the all-too-common occurrence of infidelity. Psychologist Dennis Ortman likens the psychological aftermath of sexual betrayal to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in its origin and symptoms including anxiety irritability rage emotional numbing and flashbacks. Using PTSD treatment as a model Dr. Ortman will show you step by step how to: <p/>- work through conflicting emotions<br>- Understand yourself and your partner<br>- Make important life decisions <p/>Dr. Ortman sees recovery as a spiritual journey and draws on the wisdom of diverse faiths from Christianity to Buddhism. He also offers exercises to deepen recovery such as guided meditations and journaling and explores heart-wrenchingly familiar case studies of couples struggling with monogamy. By the end of this book you will have completed the six stages of healing and emerged with a whole heart a full spirit and the freedom to love again.</p>