The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory - The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe

The polyvagal theory explains the biological origins of a variety of social behaviours and emotional disorders. This book distills that theory into practical clinical tips, explaining its relevance to the social engagement system and offering clinical examples, including cases of trauma and autism.

About the author

Stephen W. Porges, PhD, originator of Polyvagal Theory, is a Distinguished University Scientist and founding director of the Kinsey Institute Traumatic Stress Research Consortium at Indiana University, and a professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina. He lives in Atlantic Beach, Florida.

Product details

• Authors: Stephen W. Porges, Stephen W. (University of North Carolina) Porges, Porges Stephen W.
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 09.10.2017
• EAN: 9780393707878
• ISBN: 978-0-393-70787-8
• Dimensions: 140 mm x 211 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 391 g
• Illustrations: ---
• Series: Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology; Norton Series on Interpersonal; Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; Non-fiction book > Psychology, esoterics, spirituality, anthroposophy > Applied psychology; PSYCHOLOGY / Psychotherapy / General, Clinical psychology, Neurosciences