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Use of a Psychophysiological Script-driven Imagery Experiment to Study Trauma-related Dissociation in Borderline Personality Disorder
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A descriptive study of a specialized worker's psychological trauma program.

J Hensel1, A Bender, J Bacchiochi

  • 1Work and Well-Being Research and Evaluation Program, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, Canada.

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This study characterizes workers with psychological trauma from workplace injuries. Most affected workers were males in labor roles, often with PTSD and permanent physical impairments, suggesting a need for specialized care.

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Published on: March 8, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Psychiatry
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Workplace psychological trauma is an increasing cause of disability.
  • Limited understanding exists regarding affected worker demographics and characteristics.
  • The Psychological Trauma Program (PTP) in Toronto assesses workers with psychological sequelae of workplace trauma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize workers referred to the PTP.
  • To analyze demographic, occupational, and diagnostic variables.
  • To understand patterns of traumatic exposure and outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective secondary analysis of PTP referrals.
  • Study period: 1999-2006.
  • Inclusion criteria: workers assessed within 1 year of a traumatic event.

Main Results:

  • 531 workers were included; predominantly working-age males (76%) in labor roles (43%).
  • Nearly half of the workers were foreign-born.
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was the primary diagnosis (44%), with 58% having secondary diagnoses. Over half experienced permanent physical impairment.

Conclusions:

  • Specialist referral may benefit workers with prolonged recovery after workplace trauma.
  • Male workers, those with comorbidities, or permanent injuries may require more intensive support.
  • Individualized treatment is crucial, necessitating further research for intervention guidance.