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Diagnosing and managing posttraumatic stress disorder.

Kumar Budur1, Tatiana Falcone, Kathleen Franco

  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, OH 44195, USA.

Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
|February 16, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects civilians after severe trauma, causing physical, sleep, and psychological issues. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) offer effective treatment for PTSD symptoms.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Trauma Studies
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is recognized beyond combat veterans, affecting civilians exposed to severe trauma or critical illness.
  • PTSD presents with diverse symptoms, including somatic complaints, disrupted sleep patterns, and psychological distress.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the understanding of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in civilian populations.
  • To highlight the varied manifestations and effective treatment options for PTSD.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on civilian PTSD.
  • Analysis of symptom presentation and treatment outcomes.

Main Results:

  • PTSD is prevalent in civilians experiencing significant trauma or illness.

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  • Common symptoms include physical ailments, sleep disturbances, and psychological issues.

    • Conclusions:

    • Civilian PTSD requires recognition and appropriate management.
    • Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a generally effective pharmacotherapy for PTSD.