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  • Author: Erin R. Smith
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Impact of PTSD treatment on postconcussive symptoms in Veterans: A comparison of sertraline, prolonged exposure, and their combination

Abstract: Many Veterans who served in Iraq and Afghanistan struggle with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI). Some people with a …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed

Trauma-focused therapy retention among military sexual trauma survivors: Relationship with Veterans' sexual or gender minority identification

Abstract: Military servicemembers identifying as sexual and gender minorities (SGM) are at increased risk for military sexual trauma (MST) exposure and Post-traumatic Stress …

Mental Health Peer reviewed

Feasibility and Acceptability of Group-Facilitated Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD in VA Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Programs

Abstract: Prolonged Exposure therapy (PE) is a first-line treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD); however, few VA patients receive this treatment. One of the barriers …

Mental Health Well-Being Peer reviewed