Psychosis, Trauma and Dissociation: Evolving Perspectives on Severe Psychopathology

Edited by Andrew Moskowitz

2nd Edition | Wiley-Blackwell | February 5, 2019

This invaluable sourcebook explores the intricate relationship between psychosis, trauma, and dissociation, thoroughly revised and updated. The editors, leaders in their field, have assembled contributions from over fifty experts to delve into the literature from historical, conceptual, empirical, and clinical perspectives.

The book’s historical/conceptual section clarifies the definitions of dissociation, trauma, and psychosis, proposes that dissociation is central to understanding schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder, and examines unique developmental perspectives on delusions and the onset of schizophrenia. The empirical section compares psychotic and dissociative disorders from various angles, including phenomenology, childhood trauma, memory, and cognitive disturbances. The clinical section focuses on assessment, differential diagnosis, and treatment approaches for these conditions, as well as proposals for new hybrid disorders.

The result is a comprehensive resource that documents significant advancements in understanding the interface between trauma, dissociation, and psychosis over the past decade.