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[Retrospective analysis of post-traumatic stress disorder]
Alexandr D Gavlovsky1, Iryna A Holovanova1, Natalia V Kharchenko1
1Ukrainian Medical Dental Academy, Poltava, Ukraine.
Wiadomosci Lekarskie (Warsaw, Poland : 1960)
|February 10, 2019
Summary
This study explored rehabilitation methods for veterans experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Art therapy, relaxation, and group sessions like "road to peace" significantly improved well-being and mood in participants.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common, challenging condition following extreme events, causing psychological, social, and somatic changes.
- Research into mental disorders after emergencies intensified post-Chernobyl, distinguishing psychological trauma from radiation effects.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the rehabilitation experiences of participants at the Poltava Regional Clinical Hospital for War Veterans.
- To identify effective therapeutic interventions for veterans with PTSD.
Main Methods:
- Statistical observation, consolidation, and grouping of data.
- Analysis of absolute and relative values.
Main Results:
- Art therapy, including handmade crafts, was well-received by demobilized individuals.
- Watching movies and participating in relaxation sessions with music and nature imagery positively impacted mood.
- Group therapy, particularly the "road to peace" theme, facilitated communication with psychologists and emotional expression.
Conclusions:
- Various therapeutic modalities, including art, relaxation, and group sessions, are effective in improving the well-being of veterans.
- The "road to peace" group therapy provided a valuable platform for veterans to process experiences and seek future guidance.
- Rehabilitation programs should incorporate diverse, engaging activities tailored to veterans' needs.
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