The nature of posttraumatic stress disorder in treatment-seeking first responders.

Published in: European journal of psychotraumatology (2022)

These findings indicate that treatment-seeking first responders present with a distinct clinical profile that is characterized by dysphoric symptoms. These symptoms can predict poor treatment response and require specific attention in treating PTSD in first responders.

Keyphrases

posttraumatic stress disorder
mental health
working memory
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
combination therapy
replacement therapy
smoking cessation