Alan D. Wolfelt Book order (chronological)

An estimated eight percent of Americans are thought to be suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder at any given time. Many are victims of or witnesses to violence. Others have been neglected of abused. Some have experienced a traumatic accident or natural disaster. Still others have experienced the sudden and perhaps violent death of someone they love. No matter the cause, PTSD results in symptoms of acute stress, including anxiety, persistent thoughts or flashbacks, and a host of other physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual challenges. In this guide for counselors and caregivers, Dr. Alan Wolfelt reframes PTSD as a form of grief. Helping PTSD sufferers mourn their unacknowledged and “carried” grief over the traumatic events that caused their symptoms is the key to helping them heal. Rather than seeking to quickly treat away symptoms of PTSD, caregivers who follow Dr. Wolfelt’s “companioning” philosophy will instead see the natural and necessary PTSD symptoms as indications that the sufferer needs additional support and encouragement to express himself. This holistic new approach acknowledges clinical PTSD treatments as part of the solution while emphasizing that authentic mourning is the primary and most essential healer.

This timely examination of political evil clarifies a concept often misunderstood in our chaotic world. Unlike natural disasters, which prompt immediate humanitarian responses, evil paralyzes us in its presence. Historically, thinkers like Hannah Arendt and George Orwell placed evil at the forefront of their work. Acclaimed political scientist Alan Wolfe argues that in an era marked by partisan blame and theological evasions, we must confront the problem of evil once more. While some aspects of evil remain incomprehensible, we can understand and combat the use of evil means for political ends. Politicians often overlook this, applying a broad concept of evil that invites violence and despair in localized conflicts. Wolfe analyzes political evil globally—focusing on the Middle East, Darfur, and the Balkans—demonstrating how small distinctions can significantly impact international responses. He highlights how the failure to recognize the Rwandan genocide led to a campaign against what was misidentified as genocide in Darfur, which was actually civil war. Mislabeling conflicts can have disastrous consequences, as seen when Western leaders compared Slobodan Milosevic to Hitler, failing to grasp the different natures of evil involved. With an impassioned yet pragmatic approach, this work illuminates policy creation and charts a path toward a more just future.

Die ersten Monate nach dem Verlust eines geliebten Menschen sind oft sehr schwer. Gerade in solchen Zeiten brauchen wir Ermutigung und Beistand, und sei es nur durch kleine Gesten. Dieses Buch bietet 100 praktische Anregungen, wie Menschen in Trauer sich durch kleine Rituale, Übungen und anderes helfen können, ihre Trauer wahrzunehmen, sie zu überstehen und zu verwandeln.

"Helping widows and widowers learn how to cope with the grief of losing their helpmate, their lover, and perhaps their financial provider, this guide shows them how to find continued meaning in life when doing so seems difficult. Bereaved spouses will find advice on when and how to dispose of their mate's belongings, dealing with their children, and redefining their role with friends and family. Suggestions are provided for elderly mourners, young widows and widowers, unmarried lovers, and same-sex partners. The information and comfort offered apply to individuals whose spouse died recently or long ago."