A Yoga Intervention Program for Patients Suffering from Symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (7) ◽  
pp. 401-408 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farah A. Jindani ◽  
G.F.S. Khalsa
Keyword(s):  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Yoga Intervention ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive

Prolonged Grief, Posttraumatic Stress, and Depression Among Bereaved Parents: Prevalence and Response to an Intervention Program

2020 ◽  
pp. 003022282091867
Author(s):  
Ines Baumann ◽  
Jochen Künzel ◽  
Lutz Goldbeck ◽  
Dunja Tutus ◽  
Mandy Niemitz
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Complicated Grief ◽  
Effect Sizes ◽  
Prolonged Grief ◽  
Bereaved Parents

Bereaved parents may experience diverse psychological symptoms. Possible interventions are not yet well established. In this study, the psychological symptoms of 323 bereaved parents (mean age = 39.97, SD = 7.21, 52.0% female), referred to a 4-week family-oriented rehabilitation (FOR) program, were assessed. The baseline assessments indicated that 160 (49.5%) parents showed symptoms of prolonged grief disorder (PGD). Complicated grief was indicated in 272 (84.2%), depression in 191 (59.1%), and posttraumatic stress disorder in 242 (74.9%) parents. Mothers were at higher risk of complicated grief ( p ≤ .001), depression ( p = .029), and posttraumatic stress disorder ( p = .004), compared to fathers. Significant remissions of symptoms between admission and discharge from the program are presented as symptoms of complicated grief, depression, and posttraumatic stress. The effect sizes ranged between d = 0.68 and 1.22. In addition, significantly fewer parents fulfilled PGD criteria on discharge from the FOR program ( p ≤ .001). The special FOR program appears promising with regard to improving the bereaved parents’ mental health.

The central relationship patterns of male veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder: A descriptive study.

Psychotherapy ◽  
2000 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 171-179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey L. Okey ◽  
J. Jeffries McWhirter ◽  
Mary K. Delaney
Keyword(s):  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Relationship Patterns ◽  
Male Veterans

scholarly journals Efficacy of a Satyananda Yoga Intervention for Reintegrating Adults Diagnosed with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 89-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalia Quiñones ◽  
Yvonne Gómez Maquet ◽  
Diana María Agudelo Vélez ◽  
Maria Adelaida López
Keyword(s):  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress ◽  
Treatment Effect ◽  
Effect Size ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Alternative Therapy ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Yoga Intervention ◽  
Yoga Group

The prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in ex-combatants from illegal armed groups in Colombia has been estimated at 37.4%. This high prevalence indicates a need to explore alternative and adjunctive therapies in the treatment of PTSD. A randomized controlled trial was undertaken to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a protocol based on Satyananda Yoga® in PTSD-diagnosed reintegrating adults in Colombia. One hundred reintegrating adults (n = 50 for each of the yoga and control arms) from Bogota and Medellin participated in this study. Yoga participants engaged in a Satyananda Yoga intervention for 16 weeks while the control group continued the regular demobilization program. The Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist - Civilian Version (PCL-C) was used to evaluate the effects of the applied therapy. Outcomes were assessed before entry and after the treatment. T-tests revealed a treatment effect of d = 1.15 for the yoga group and a between-groups effect size of d = .73. The difference in improvement in PCL-C scores between both groups was 18.91% (p < 0.05). The highest percentage of improvement was observed in the re-experiencing symptom cluster (23.71%; p < 0.05), with a treatment effect of d = 1.40 for the yoga group and a between-groups effect size of d = 1.15. The data suggest that Satyananda Yoga methodology is an effective therapy for reintegrating adults diagnosed with PTSD. Further research is needed in order to evaluate prolonged effects of this alternative therapy.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Case Study of an Elite Rifle Shooter

2011 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 134-147 ◽  
Author(s):  
David A. Shearer ◽  
Stephen D. Mellalieu ◽  
Catherine R. Shearer
Keyword(s):  
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽  
General Population ◽  
Posttraumatic Stress ◽  
Sport Psychology ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Stress Disorder ◽  
Clinical Intervention ◽  
Bicycle Accident ◽  
Recommendations For Practice

While posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is most commonly associated with survivors of traumatic events (e.g., combat), PTSD can occur after any situation in which victims perceive that their life or safety is threatened. In sport, athletes often place themselves in dangerous situations and are also exposed to the same lifestyle dangers as the general population. The literature on PTSD among athletes is sparse, and consequently, it is possible that many (non-clinical) sport psychologists would fail to recognize the symptoms and may subsequently fail to refer the athlete to the appropriate professional for clinical assistance. In the following case study, we present an example of an athlete suffering from PTSD following a serious bicycle accident in which she sustained head and facial injuries. We briefly detail the nature of PTSD and discuss how sport psychology services can be implemented alongside a parallel clinical intervention program. Finally, we offer recommendations for practice when working with athletes with PTSD.

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