Management of psychological trauma in primary care

Exposure to traumatic events is frequent in the general population and psychiatric sequelae such as post-traumatic stress disorders are common. The symptoms of psychiatric sequelae after trauma are vague, with multiple psychological and physical symptoms, which can confuse the health care profession...

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Published in:Revista medíca de Chile 2016-05, Vol.144 (5), p.643-655
Main Authors: Figueroa, Rodrigo A, Cortés, Paula F, Accatino, Luigi, Sorensen, Richard
Format: Article
Language:eng ; spa
Subjects:
Disease Management
Humans
Primary Health Care
Psychological Trauma - psychology
Psychological Trauma - therapy
Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic - psychology
Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic - therapy
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Summary:Exposure to traumatic events is frequent in the general population and psychiatric sequelae such as post-traumatic stress disorders are common. The symptoms of psychiatric sequelae after trauma are vague, with multiple psychological and physical symptoms, which can confuse the health care professional. This paper seeks to facilitate the work in primary care, providing practical information about the diagnosis, initial management and referral of patients who have suffered traumatic experiences. Some early interventions and treatments are suggested.
ISSN:0717-6163
DOI:10.4067/S0034-98872016000500013