Traumatology WORKBOOK

Trauma is not a single event. It is a lived experience that wounds the body, distorts the mind, and shakes the very foundation of faith.

In Traumatology, Dr. Maxwell Shimba, Ph.D., offers a comprehensive, holistic guide to understanding and healing from traumatic experiences. Recognizing that no single lens is sufficient, this textbook uniquely integrates three essential perspectives-clinical, psychological, and theological-into one powerful approach.

Drawing on Scripture (1 Thessalonians 5:23) and modern neuroscience, Dr. Shimba demonstrates that true healing must address the whole person: spirit, soul, and body.

Inside this book, you will explore:- The Clinical Lens: How trauma affects the brain, the nervous system, and the immune system. Learn about the role of cortisol, the General Adaptation Syndrome, and the physical diseases linked to chronic fear and anxiety (including hypertension, heart arrhythmias, and insomnia).

• The Psychological Lens: The five phases of grief, the seven states of anxiety, and the three types of conflict. Discover practical crisis counseling techniques, the importance of emotional debriefing, and the three roads to recovery: professional counseling, educational resources, and community support.
• The Theological Lens: Scriptural foundations for hope and peace. Understand the true meaning of "the fear of the Lord," why "perfect love casts out fear" (1 John 4:18), and how suffering can become a catalyst for spiritual growth and resilience.