Posts Tagged ‘post traumatic stress disorder’
Genetic Clues To PTSD?
New research released today in PLoS ONE could help to find new treatment options for people suffering from high anxiety disorders such as PTSD. Using mice, researchers at Rutgers have identified genetic clues which pinpoint why some are more resilient to traumatic [Read More]
A History of Rape Or Child Abuse Can Lead To Chronic PTSD In Women
A new study released by Florida State University has discovered certain risk factors for the development of chronic PTSD in women. The risk factors include a history of rape or server childhood physical abuse. Additionally, women who reported more 'rexperiencing' symptoms, [Read More]
Transcendental Meditation Could Reduce PTSD Symptoms In Veterans
New research conducted by Normal Rosenthal explores the benefits of transcendental meditation for recent war veterans suffering from symptoms of PTSD. The research suggests a 50% reduction in PTSD symptoms for veterans who practise Transcendental Meditation techniques for [Read More]
Lingering Psychological Effects Of The Holocaust
New research shows Holocaust survivors are still psychologically affected by their experiences. Many survivors report PTSD symptoms and poor psychological well being. [Read More]
Female Veterans With PTSD More Likely To Also Report Medical Problems
New research suggests that veterans who suffer from PTSD are also more likely to suffer more medical illnesses than those without PTSD. This is more so the case for female veterans. [Read More]
Patients Who Keep Diaries While In Intensive Care Have Reduced Risk Of PTSD
1 in 10 patients who spend more than 48 hours in intensive care develop post traumatic stress disorder. Researchers in the UK have discovered that providing diaries to patients in intensive care, and providing a debriefing after their stay can help reduce PTSD in patients. [Read More]
PTSD Still Prevalent 20 Years After Conflict Ends
New research from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health has found that the prevalence of PTSD remains high twenty years after the end of conflict within specific regions of Libya. [Read More]
PTSD And Returning Soldiers
It was nobody's fault, he said. Anthony Montgomery was a 21-year-old Royal Marine when he was ambushed by his own side on regular reconnaissance in the Falklands. Minutes later, he was trying to revive his friend who had been cut in half by British guns. [Read More]
