Description:
This article discusses post-traumatic
stress disorder (PTSD) and its relation to the aftermath of September 11th. The
article discusses the definition and cristeria to be diagnosed with PTSD,
epidemiological, biological, and psychological aspects of PTSD, and the treatment
of PTSD.
Learning Objectives:
- Reflect on the correlation between PTSD and the aftermath of
September 11th
- Discuss the psychological responses to a traumatic event
- Discuss the biological responses to a traumatic event
Author(s):
Joseph H. Balatbat, MD
Launched: 2002