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Post-traumatic stress disorder.

Jonathan I Bisson1

  • 1Cardiff and Vale NHS Trust, Cardiff, UK.

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|May 21, 2009
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This systematic review examines interventions for preventing and treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It found various treatments, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and medications, with evidence on their effectiveness and safety.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry and Mental Health
  • Clinical Research
  • Evidence-Based Medicine

Background:

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects a significant portion of the population, with higher prevalence in women.
  • Risk factors for PTSD include trauma exposure, social support deficits, and pre-existing psychological conditions.
  • PTSD symptoms can be persistent, lasting for years without effective intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the evidence on interventions for preventing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
  • To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of various treatments for existing PTSD.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of available therapeutic options for PTSD.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a systematic literature review up to December 2006.
  • Searched major databases including Medline, Embase, and The Cochrane Library.
  • Included data from systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), and observational studies, with GRADE evaluation for evidence quality.

Main Results:

  • Identified 36 relevant studies meeting inclusion criteria.
  • Evaluated a wide range of interventions for PTSD prevention and treatment.
  • Assessed the quality of evidence for each intervention using the GRADE system.

Conclusions:

  • The review presents information on the effectiveness and safety of numerous interventions for PTSD.
  • Interventions evaluated include psychotherapy (e.g., CBT, EMDR), medications (e.g., SSRIs, antidepressants), and other approaches.
  • This systematic review serves as a resource for clinicians and researchers on PTSD treatment options.