Abstract This paper is an edited transcript of a plenary panel held at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The panel comprised Drs. Mark Creamer (moderator), Richard Bryant (convenor), Amy Lehrner, Barbara O. Rothbaum, Joseph I. Ruzek, and Paula P.
Mark Creamer+5 more
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Key concepts, methods, findings, and questions about traumatic memories
Abstract This article is based on a Lifetime Achievement Award lecture delivered at the 40th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies in Boston (Massachusetts, United States) in September 2024. Understanding traumatic memory involves integrating clinical observations with a wide range of knowledge from philosophy ...
Chris R. Brewin
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The role of rumination and metamemory beliefs in posttraumatic growth and posttraumatic stress
The risk of developing posttraumatic stress symptoms following exposure to traumatic events is well documented, however, emerging research also lends support to the potential development of growth in some people.
Erin Clout+4 more
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PERSONALITY AND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT EFFECTS ON OCCUPATIONAL TRAUMA AND POSTTRAUMATIC GROWTH IN POLICE OFFICERS [PDF]
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate relationships between occupational trauma exposure, work environment stress, personality traits, posttraumatic stress, and posttraumatic growth in police officers. Scope of the study: A cross sectional
Wills, Jennifer Leigh
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Abstract Despite elevated rates of psychopathology, refugees underutilize mental health services. Mental health self‐stigma is a prominent barrier to accessing psychological support; however, there is limited research on intervention approaches to reduce self‐stigma among refugees.
Natalie Mastrogiovanni, Angela Nickerson
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Obsessive–compulsive symptoms as a unique presentation of complex posttraumatic stress disorder in Southeast Asia: a case report [PDF]
Background Posttraumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition outlining psychological sequelae experienced after encountering a traumatic event.
Albert A, Chen Y.
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The Hurricane Exposure, Adversity, and Recovery Tool (HEART): Developing and Validating a Risk Screening Instrument for Youth Exposed to Hurricane Harvey [PDF]
Given the increasing regularity with which severe (named) hurricanes arise, there is a need for valid, practically useful measures that facilitate child-centered post-hurricane situation analysis and needs assessment.
Dodd, Cody G., Ph.D.+4 more
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Feasibility and acceptability of written exposure therapy group in a virtual outpatient setting
Abstract Written exposure therapy (WET) has emerged as a promising treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with the potential to overcome common barriers to engagement. Several facets of WET lend themselves particularly well for adaptation to a group setting, yet few studies have examined WET in such formats.
Adam G. Horwitz+2 more
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Trauma Symptoms, Minority Stress, and Substance Use: Implications for Trauma Treatment in Sexual and Gender Minority Communities [PDF]
Objective: Posttraumatic stress symptoms are very high among sexual and/or gender minority (SGM) people. Development and testing of trauma interventions with SGM people is needed, but first we need to understand who among SGM people are at greatest risk ...
Artime, Tiffany+13 more
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Abstract This commentary examines the application of Bonanno and Westphal's (2024) three axioms of resilience to military contexts. Drawing on international research, we evaluate evidence supporting the three propositions: resilience is the predominant outcome following trauma exposure, multiple factors contribute modestly to resilience, and resilience
Jennifer Wild+11 more
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