RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 A New Look at Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2009
FD SAGE Publications
VO 9
IS 3
SP 13
OP 14
DO 10.1177/155989770903004
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/9/3/13.abstract
AB Although first described in battle reports as early as the 6th century, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) only entered the DSM lexicon in 1980. Despite being most often associated with veterans and the military, PTSD is not uncommon after many types of traumatic events, such as car accidents, natural disasters, and violent deaths. This article discusses the impact of PTSD on soldiers and their families and treatments that are currently available.