SMJ articles in the category "posttraumatic stress disorder"

Original Article

PTSD and Substance Use: Unrecognized Sequelae of Bioterrorism in Primary Care Providers

Background: Psychological casualties following public health emergencies are likely to significantly outnumber physical casualties. However, postevent psychological disorders may be under-recognized by primary care providers (PCPs). Methods: Rural PCPs in northern and central Florida were interviewed using a series of open-ended questions to assess knowledge of likely mental disorders, their…

Posted in: posttraumatic stress disorder 2 rural primary care 2 substance use disorders 3

Review Article

Terrorism and Weapons of Mass Destruction: Managing the Behavioral Reaction in Primary Care

Any terrorist attack using weapons of mass destruction will result in substantial psychological trauma and stress. Primary care and emergency clinics will likely see patients who have stress-related emotional or physical symptoms, or exacerbations of preexisting health concerns. Significant psychological and behavioral reactions to an attack with weapons of mass…

Posted in: posttraumatic stress disorder 2 terrorism 2 trauma 24
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