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Psychotherapy for Families after Brain Injury

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This chapter provides a brief historical overview of some of the early research and clinical contributions regarding the impact of loved ones’ acquired brain injuries on their family members. Relevant formats and theoretical frameworks applicable to family therapy after brain injury are reviewed, including psychoanalytic, self-psychology, behavior modification, family systems, cognitive–behavioral and family schema, family group interventions, psychoeducation and skills training, assistive technology, mindfulness and positive psychology, existential psychotherapy, and family authored materials. A new interactive model and definition of psychotherapy after brain injury is proposed, with emphasis on the roles of three tiers incorporating caregivers, family, and other community supporters. Key characteristics of psychotherapists and families engaging in family therapy after brain injury are described. Finally, an experiential model of recovery covering the totality of the rehabilitation process for family members is presented, also including conceptualization of three modes of coping.

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Klonoff, P. (2014). Introduction and Overview. In: Psychotherapy for Families after Brain Injury. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-8083-0_1

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