CRIME-RELATED POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER IN ELDERLY PSYCHIATRIC PATIENTS: A CASE SERIES

1996 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 879-882 ◽  
Author(s):  
STEVE SIMPSON ◽  
MIKE MORLEY ◽  
BOB BALDWIN
Keyword(s):  
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Post Traumatic

scholarly journals ‘Military Munchausen's’: assessment of factitious claims of military service in psychiatric patients

1998 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 153-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Baggaley
Keyword(s):  
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Military Service ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Psychiatric Patients ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Military Experience ◽  
Simple Classification ◽  
Post Traumatic

Thirteen per cent of referrals of ex-servicemen to a military psychiatric centre for the treatment of combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in a 12-month period have proved to be factitious. A simple classification of factitious combat-related PTSD into those with no military service and those with military service but with false claims of combat is described. The possible causes of this behaviour are discussed and a guide to the detection of factitious claims for psychiatrists without military experience is given.

scholarly journals Exploring Theta Burst Stimulation for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder in Australian Veterans—A Pilot Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 185 (9-10) ◽  
pp. e1770-e1778
Author(s):  
Jane Nursey ◽  
Alyssa Sbisa ◽  
Holly Knight ◽  
Naomi Ralph ◽  
Sean Cowlishaw ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Repeated Measures ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Theta Burst Stimulation ◽  
Burst Stimulation ◽  
Post Traumatic ◽  
Theta Burst

Abstract Introduction Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe and debilitating condition affecting a significant proportion of the veteran community. A substantial number of veterans with PTSD fail to benefit from trauma-focused psychological therapies or pharmacotherapy or are left with residual symptoms, and therefore, investigation of new and innovative treatment is required. Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) is a novel form of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, which has been shown to improve depression symptoms and associated cognitive deficits. The current pilot study aimed to explore the acceptability, safety, and tolerability of intermittent TBS (iTBS) as a treatment for PTSD in Australian veterans. Materials and Methods This study employed a case series, repeated-measures design. Eight Australian Defence Force veterans with PTSD received 20 bilateral iTBS treatments (1 session per day, 5 days per week over a 4-week period) and were assessed on a range of mental health and neuropsychological measures, including the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5) and Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D), at pretreatment, post-treatment, and a 3-month follow-up. Results Treatment was generally welltolerated, with reported side-effects including mild to moderate site-specific cranial pain and headaches during stimulation, which were relieved with the use of low dose analgesics. No serious side effects or adverse events were reported. Participants exhibited reductions in both PTSD and depression symptom severity (the repeated-measures effect size [dRM] for the CAPS-5 was −1.78, and the HAM-D was −1.16 post-treatment), as well as improvements in working memory and processing speed. Although significance cannot be inferred, these preliminary estimates of effect size indicate change over time. Conclusions Bilateral iTBS appears to be welltolerated by Australian veterans. Within this repeated-measures case series, iTBS treatment shows promise in reducing both PTSD and mood symptoms, as well as improving cognitive difficulties associated with these disorders. Large-scale randomized controlled trials of this promising treatment are warranted.

Case Series: Unilateral Amygdala Ablation Ameliorates Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Symptoms and Biomarkers

2020 ◽  
Vol 87 (9) ◽  
pp. S371-S372
Author(s):  
Kelly Bijanki ◽  
Sanne van Rooij ◽  
Timothy Ely ◽  
Jennifer Stevens ◽  
Cory Inman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Post Traumatic

scholarly journals Equine Assisted Therapy for Patients with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Case Series Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 184 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 394-399 ◽  
Author(s):  
Assaf Shelef ◽  
Dorit Brafman ◽  
Thom Rosing ◽  
Abraham Weizman ◽  
Rafael Stryjer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Case Series Study ◽  
Open Case ◽  
Post Traumatic ◽  
Equine Assisted ◽  
Series Study

Abstract Introduction Equine assisted therapy (EAT) which includes therapeutic horseback riding (THR), grooming, horsemanship and ground level work with horses, has been studied as treatment for children with special needs and/or autistic spectrum disorder. Preliminary evidence indicates that EAT is also effective for improving self-efficacy and self-esteem in adults with psychiatric disorders. Empowerment, bonding and building trust with the horses, may promote functioning of patients struggling with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The authors performed a prospective, pilot open case series study to assess the effect of EAT on patients with PTSD in terms of symptoms and functioning in work, family and social interaction. Methods Patients with PTSD received EAT once a week for 3 consecutive hours for 6 months. The Short Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Rating Interview (SPRINT) and the Sheehan Disability Scale (SDS) were assessed at baseline, the SDS after 1 and 6 months, and the SPRINT after 6 months. Results Thirteen of 23 participants completed the study. Ten participants withdrew from the study for various reasons including discomfort from horses. Total SPRINT scores showed a statistically significant improvement in PTSD symptoms (baseline vs. 6 months: 24.38 ± 6.4 vs. 21.54 ± 7.94 points; p < 0.05). SPRINT scores indicated improvement in the ability to work and perform daily tasks (p < 0.05). A statistically significant improvement in the total SDS score was revealed following 1 month (p < 0.03) and after 6 months (p < 0.02) of EAT. There was also a significant decline in the days of inefficiency (baseline vs. 6 months: 4.15 ± 2.73 vs, 1.88 ± 2.18 days per week, p < 0.02). Conclusion This preliminary pilot open case series study suggests that EAT may be a beneficial treatment for patients suffering from PTSD. The study demonstrated improved ability to work and perform daily tasks and reduction in the number of days of inefficiency. Further large-scale long-term studies are warranted to substantiate our observation.

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