Embitterment, posttraumatic embitterment disorder, and wisdom therapy

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Feelings of embitterment and posttraumatic embitterment disorder are prevalent in society, often stemming from injustices, humiliation, and breaches of trust. These emotions can cause significant suffering for both the affected individuals and those around them, even when clients appear otherwise stable. The aggressive tendencies and reluctance to seek help among this group pose challenges for practitioners, complicating treatment efforts. This practical, evidence-based guide offers models for understanding and diagnosing embitterment disorder, alongside state-of-the-art treatment approaches such as cognitive behavior therapy integrated with wisdom strategies. It emphasizes teaching clients to process their feelings of hurt and humiliation, fostering reconciliation with the events that triggered their distress. The guide is rich with practice-oriented tips to assist clients in achieving closure and reorienting towards the future, including methods for reevaluating critical events and their impacts. Wisdom therapy is highlighted, featuring various tools illustrated through numerous case vignettes. Additionally, the author addresses social, medical, and legal considerations related to the disorder, including work incapacity and criminal responsibility. For further support, clients can refer to the accompanying resource, which offers strategies for overcoming embitterment through wisdom.