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1Department of Veterans Affairs (116D), National Center for PTSD, Executive Division, 215 N. Main ST, White River Junction, VT, 05009, USA. Patricia.J.Watson@dartmouth.edu.
Current Psychiatry Reports
|June 28, 2019
Summary
This review highlights recent public health research on traumatic stress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It covers global incidence, burden indicators, and effective public health interventions for PTSD.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Psychology
Background:
- Traumatic stress and PTSD represent a significant global health concern.
- These conditions impose considerable medical and economic burdens on society.
- Understanding the epidemiology and impact of PTSD is crucial for effective public health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current evidence on the epidemiology of traumatic stress and PTSD worldwide.
- To delineate public health perspectives on intervention and treatment for PTSD.
- To highlight innovations in psychosocial and psychopharmacological interventions for PTSD.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of recent scientific literature.
- Analysis of epidemiological data on traumatic stress incidence and PTSD prevalence.
- Evaluation of intervention strategies and treatment innovations.
Main Results:
- Recent evidence details the global incidence of traumatic stress and common trauma types.
- Key indicators of the public health burden of PTSD, including prevalence and predictors, are identified.
- Innovations in integrated care, CBT, and psychopharmacological treatments show promise.
Conclusions:
- Improved understanding of traumatic stress and PTSD has led to more effective public health interventions.
- Integrated medical/behavioral health care and technological advancements are key to future prevention and treatment.
- Continued research is vital for mitigating the impact of PTSD on public health.
Keywords:
PTSDPrimary preventionPublic healthSecondary preventionTertiary preventionTraumatic stressTreatmentMore Related Videos
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