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Reclaiming a life

Connie, a victim of domestic violence, suffered from PTSD

Reclaiming a life This Emotional Life

Premiered August 18, 2009
Reclaiming a life

Connie, a victim of domestic violence, suffered for years from undiagnosed and untreated PTSD. She discusses the experience and talks about her successful recovery through prolonged exposure therapy at the University of Pennsylvania. That therapy allowed her to reclaim her life.

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This Emotional Life

This 3-part series represents what television does best. It opens a window into real lives, exploring ways to improve our social relationships, cope with emotional issues, and become more positive, resilient individuals. Hosted by Daniel Gilbert, Harvard psychologist and best-selling author of Stumbling on Happiness.

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