Families at risk: Comment on Dirkzwager, Bramsen, Ader and van der Ploeg (2005)

Article Abstract:

New findings from a study by A.J.E. Dirkzwager, I.Bramsen, H.Ader and H.M. van der Ploeg (2005) that provide important empirical information on the adverse psychological and functional adjustment of families of former Dutch peacekeepers suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PSTD) is discussed. Attention to considering the treatment needs of families of traumatized former peacekeepers is encouraged.

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Secondary traumatization in partners and parents of Dutch peacekeeping soldiers

Article Abstract:

Secondary traumatization among Dutch peacekeepers and their partners with different levels of posttraumatic stress disorder (PSTD) symptoms is studied. Partners of peacekeepers with PSTD symptoms reported more sleeping and somatic problems, more negative social support and judged the marital relationship less favorable as compared to the partners of peacekeepers without PSTD symptoms.

Diagnosis, Risk factors

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Strangers at home: Comment on Dirkzwager, Bramsen, Ader and van der Ploeg (2005)

Article Abstract:

The findings of the article by A.J.E. Dirkzwager, I. Bramsen, H.Ader and H.M. van der Ploeg (2005) are summarized. The historical and theoretical foundations that underlie the concept of secondary trauma and the implications for family psychology practice in helping veterans and their families recover from their ordeals are discussed.

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