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[Psychological trauma and mental disorders]

J M Darves-Bornoz1, P Benhamou-Ayache, A Degiovanni

  • 1Clinique Psychiatrique Universitaire, CHU de Tours.

Annales Medico-Psychologiques
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Many female psychiatric inpatients experience major stressful events, leading to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A significant portion of these patients still exhibit PTSD symptoms during hospitalization.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Trauma Studies

Context:

  • This study investigated the prevalence of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in female psychiatric inpatients.
  • The research was conducted at the University Hospital Department of Psychiatry in Tours, involving 58 consecutively hospitalized patients.

Purpose:

  • To assess the frequency of major stressful events and the diagnosis of PTSD among female psychiatric inpatients.
  • To explore the co-occurrence of PTSD with other psychiatric disorders in this population.

Summary:

  • Fifty-eight female psychiatric inpatients were evaluated using a clinical battery of instruments, including the SI-PTSD.
  • Diagnoses included severe psychotic disorders, personality disorders, and others.
  • A high percentage (59%) reported major stressful events such as sexual assault, physical assault, or witnessing violence.

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  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) was diagnosed in 61% of victims, with 21% still having the diagnosis during hospitalization.
  • Somatoform and dissociative disorders were more frequent in trauma victims.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the significant impact of trauma on psychiatric inpatients, underscoring the need for trauma-informed care.
    • Suggests a high comorbidity of PTSD with other psychiatric conditions in this vulnerable group.
    • Informs clinical practice regarding screening for trauma and PTSD in hospitalized psychiatric patients.