The impact of reported direct and indirect killing on mental health symptoms in Iraq war veterans

This study examined the mental health impact of reported direct and indirect killing among 2,797 U.S. soldiers returning from Operation Iraqi Freedom. Data were collected as part of a postdeployment screening program at a large Army medical facility. Overall, 40% of soldiers reported killing or bein...

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Published in:Journal of traumatic stress 2010-02, Vol.23 (1), p.86-90
Main Authors: Maguen, Shira, Lucenko, Barbara A., Reger, Mark A., Gahm, Gregory A., Litz, Brett T., Seal, Karen H., Knight, Sara J., Marmar, Charles R.
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Adolescent
Adult
Female
Homicide - psychology
Humans
Iraq War, 2003-2011
Male
Mass Screening
Mental Disorders - diagnosis
Middle Aged
Veterans - psychology
Young Adult
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description This study examined the mental health impact of reported direct and indirect killing among 2,797 U.S. soldiers returning from Operation Iraqi Freedom. Data were collected as part of a postdeployment screening program at a large Army medical facility. Overall, 40% of soldiers reported killing or being responsible for killing during their deployment. Even after controlling for combat exposure, killing was a significant predictor of posttraumatic disorder (PTSD) symptoms, alcohol abuse, anger, and relationship problems. Military personnel returning from modern deployments are at risk of adverse mental health conditions and related psychosocial functioning related to killing in war. Mental health assessment and treatment should address reactions to killing to optimize readjustment following deployment.
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