Friday, December 12, 2008

Treating Compassion Fatigue or Peak Performance

Treating Compassion Fatigue

Author: Charles Figley

Helping the traumatized can be quite traumatizing.

Compassion Fatigue is the latest in an evolving concept known in the field of traumatology as Secondary Traumatic Stress, or the stress experienced by caregivers. At focus in this volume are the assessment, treatment and prevention of Compassion Fatigue.

Through examination of contemporary theory and research, leaders in the field come together to further clarify the concept of Compassion Fatigue. Case studies address the trauma of working with special populations such as children, victims of terrorism, and major disaster survivors. New and innovative treatment methods offer comprehensive plans for recovery from burnout and the prevention strategies provided will be of use to those in the helping professions. Treating Compassion Fatigue will bring to light the "cost of caring" for those in emotional distress, allowing professionals to fully prosper in their compassionate efforts.



Go to: Lessons Learned or The Business of Fashion

Peak Performance: Success in College and Beyond

Author: Sharon Ferrett

Working adults are a growing segment of the college student body. This book stresses the link between skills needed for both school and work and presents strategies to help the reader be more successful at both.

Sharon Ferrett (Arcata, CA) has spent over twenty-five years as a college professor, advisor, and dean, and over fifteen years as a management consultant.



Table of Contents:
Chapter 1: Assessment: Taking Stock of Who You Are and What You WantChapter 2: Attitude and Motivation Chapter 3: Mapping Your Success Plan Chapter 4: Managing Your Time and Yourself Chapter 5: Creative Problem Solving and Decision-Making Chapter 6: Active Listening and Note-Taking Chapter 7: Active Reading Chapter 8: Learning Styles and Memory Chapter 9: Test-Taking, Evaluation, and Feedback Chapter 10: Expressing Yourself: Papers and Speeches Chapter 11: Increasing Energy and Managing Stress Chapter 12: Teamwork and Rapport: Working Together to Build Relationships Chapter 13: Community: Explore Its Resources and Build Your Own Chapter 14: Planning Your Career Chapter 15: Turning Strategies and Skills Into Lasting Habits

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