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Debriefing: from military origin to therapeutic application
J Samter1, M L Fitzgerald, C A Braudaway
1Hebrew Home of Greater Washington, Rockville, Maryland.
Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|February 1, 1993
Summary
Debriefing is an effective intervention to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) by addressing risk factors. Nurses can utilize debriefing at multiple prevention levels to mitigate adverse reactions to trauma.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Nursing
- Trauma Studies
Background:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a significant concern following traumatic events.
- Risk factors for PTSD include premorbid personality, environmental influences, and trauma characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the objective of debriefing in preventing PTSD.
- To emphasize the role of nurses in implementing debriefing interventions.
Main Methods:
- Debriefing interventions applied at primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention levels.
- Individual and group debriefing sessions utilized.
Main Results:
- Debriefing is an effective intervention for preventing adverse reactions to traumatic stressors.
- Debriefing models help counteract the suppression of the affective component of traumatic experiences.
Conclusions:
- Debriefing is a crucial process for PTSD prevention.
- Nurses play a vital role in the application of debriefing strategies.