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"Dale Carnegie once said all great happenings were the result of a dream, and I've always believed that absolutely,/mbt-sirima," Bill liked to tell others. Indeed, he had lived his dream fully, and got every ounce out of life right to the very end. His infectious optimistic spirit and his love for sports have left a mark on all those who know him.
What a comeback story! What a testimony to the amazing human capacity for resilience! What has contributed to her post-traumatic growth?
On the fateful night of April 19, 1989, a young woman known as the Central Park Jogger was raped, beaten, and left to die. After a 14-year silence, she finally revealed her identity as Trisha Meili. She has appeared at Larry King Live and other talk shows. She also tells her story in her book entitled "I Am the Central Park Jogger: A Story of Hope and Possibilities."
Vicarious trauma can occur simply by being exposed to horrible events like the September 11 terrorist attack. Soldiers can be traumatized by the carnage and destruction they have witnessed. It is worth noting that the prevalence rates of PTSD for Vietnam Veterans are quite high -- 31% male and 27% female.
Generally speaking, traumatic events are so unexpected and stressful that they overwhelm one's capacity to cope. In many cases, these severe stressors rip people's lives apart, shattered the foundation of their belief-meaning systems, and fundamentally change their future.
What accounts for Wild Bill's defiant human spirit? What contributes to his zest for life in spite of the many tragic events?
In this NHL playoff season, I can't help but remember Wild Bill Hunter, who died at 82 in December 2002. Known as Mr. Hockey of Canada,/mbt-tunisha, he was founder of the Western Hockey League, the World Hockey League and was the original co-owner of Edmonton Oilers. His story can be found in the book by Bob Weber: "Wild Bill: Bill Hunter's legendary 65 years in Canadian sport."
Interestingly, he may be remembered not so much for his contributions to hockey, but for his passion for life in spite of his many personal tragedies. His wife died in a car accident; his youngest son committed suicide at age 21; he went through financial ruins and bitter disappointments; and for many years, he battled with various forms of cancer. Through it all, Wild Bill never felt sorry for himself and believed that he was the luckiest man on earth.
I can tell hundreds of real life stories of individuals who have overcome traumas. Some of them are household names,/mbt-kaya, such as, Christopher Reeves and Rick Hanson. Some are unsung heroes. Yet, there is so much we can learn from them.
The positive psychology of growing through traumas is a much more fascinating topic for study than post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), because such knowledge can help increase individual resilience and reduce mental illness. I will briefly contrast post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with post-traumatic growth (PTG) and then suggest several pathways to achieving the positive legacy of trauma.
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV), PTSD consists of three core symptom clusters: re-experiencing (recurring thoughts or nightmares), avoidance (avoiding places, activities or people remin
For Meili, after coming out of a coma, she lived through the horror of having to overcome her physical/emotional injuries and memory loss, and the struggles with many personal issues. The traumatic event drastically changed her life. Yet today, at 42, she is happily married and devotes her life to help others who have been traumatized. Her book is just part of such efforts.
Trauma happens to us all, but in different ways. Sometimes, it strikes us with one devastating blow. At other times, it torments us slowly until we disintegrate and succumb to psychiatric illness. However, even ordinary events can have traumatic consequences. For example, getting fired or divorced can be traumatic for some people.
What is post-traumatic stress disorder?