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Assessing the victimized psychiatric patient.

J Westermeyer1, K Wahmanholm

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Minnesota Hospital and Clinic, Minneapolis 55455.

Hospital & Community Psychiatry
|March 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Psychiatric patients often don't disclose traumatic experiences. Clinicians should proactively inquire about violence and victimization during assessments for better patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Trauma Studies

Background:

  • Many psychiatric patients have histories of violence or victimization.
  • These traumatic events are often underreported in clinical settings.
  • Underreporting can hinder effective diagnosis and treatment.

Observation:

  • Patients rarely spontaneously report traumatic experiences.
  • Traumatic events can significantly impact current mental health issues.
  • Specific patient groups like refugees, crime victims, and veterans are at higher risk.

Findings:

  • Proactive inquiry about traumatic experiences is crucial for clinical assessment.
  • A structured series of questions can facilitate discussion of sensitive topics.
  • Eliciting information on trauma provides valuable somatic and psychosocial insights.

Implications:

  • Integrating trauma-informed inquiry improves patient assessment accuracy.
  • This approach can lead to more targeted and effective treatment plans.
  • It enhances the clinician's understanding of the patient's overall well-being.

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