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The post traumatic stress management course at RN Hospital, Haslar
C B Nevison1, J J Flower, P L Naish
1Centre for Human Resources, DRA Farnborough.
Journal of the Royal Naval Medical Service
|January 1, 1996
Summary
This study evaluated a rehabilitation program for individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Results show significant symptom reduction during the program, with lasting improvements observed post-treatment.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Clinical Psychology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- A long-standing rehabilitation program for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) sufferers has been active at the RN Hospital, Haslar.
- Extensive data, including case histories and assessments, have been collected over eight years.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of the established PTSD rehabilitation program.
- To analyze symptom reduction and long-term outcomes for participants.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from a comprehensive database accumulated over eight years.
- Examined data from three standard mental health assessment instruments.
- Analyzed symptom scores before, during, and after the rehabilitation course.
Main Results:
- Observed considerable reductions in PTSD symptoms throughout the program duration.
- Identified statistically significant improvements in mental health measures.
- Confirmed that some improvements were maintained at follow-up assessments.
Conclusions:
- The PTSD rehabilitation program at RN Hospital, Haslar, demonstrates significant efficacy in reducing symptoms.
- The program offers sustained benefits for individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.
- Further research can build upon this initial evaluation using the extensive database.