Institutional betrayal following military sexual trauma is associated with more severe depression and specific posttraumatic stress disorder symptom clusters.

Felicia J Andresen Lindsey L MonteithJordan KuglerRick A CruzRebecca K Blais

Published in: Journal of clinical psychology (2019)

Targeting specific PTSD and depressive symptoms through evidence-based treatment may be important for managing institutional betrayal sequelae. Future research should identify specific strategies to help support survivors in their recovery following institutional betrayal.

Keyphrases

posttraumatic stress disorder
depressive symptoms
social support
mental health
sleep quality
young adults
early onset
current status
physical activity
drug induced
smoking cessation