Living in Danger: The Impact of Chronic Traumatization and the Traumatic Context on Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

In this article on the effects of chronic traumatization, research is reviewed regarding the association between chronicity of traumatization & posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptomatology. The contribution of the broader traumatic context to PTSD symptomatology is also examined. This rev...

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Published in:Trauma, violence & abuse violence & abuse, 2003-07, Vol.4 (3), p.247-264
Main Authors: Kaysen, Debra, Resick, Patricia A, Wise, Deborah
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Battered Women
Child Sexual Abuse
Combat
Family Violence
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Trauma
Veterans
Victims
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Summary:In this article on the effects of chronic traumatization, research is reviewed regarding the association between chronicity of traumatization & posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptomatology. The contribution of the broader traumatic context to PTSD symptomatology is also examined. This review focuses on three populations: combat veterans, child sexual abuse survivors, & survivors of domestic violence. The challenges of defining chronicity of a traumatic event & traumatic context are addressed. Finally, suggestions for future directions are provided. 83 References. [Copyright 2003 Sage Publications, Inc.]
ISSN:1524-8380
DOI:10.1177/1524838003253302