ArticleEuropean journal of psychotraumatology2022
The nature of posttraumatic stress disorder in treatment-seeking first responders.
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- Comparing the molecular correlates of PTSD in first responders and the broader molecular PTSD literature: a hybrid review.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Pooled it
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- Investigating perceived stress and pain reduction following brief Reiki sessions in high-stress communities: an exploratory study.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
- Development of a stepped care intervention model of evidence-based interventions for the management of posttraumatic stress in the Belgian Police.European journal of psychotraumatology · 2024Article
- 'I've got no PPE to protect my mind': understanding the needs and experiences of first responders exposed to trauma in the workplace.European journal of psychotraumatology · 2024Article
- PTSD and depression severity are associated with cardiovascular disease symptoms in trauma-exposed women.European journal of psychotraumatology · 2023Article
- Civilian Military Security Coordinators Coping with Frequent Traumatic Events: Spirituality, Community Resilience, and Emotional Distress.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2022Article
- Psychological Hardiness and Burnout in the Context of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Among South African First Responders.Chronic stress (Thousand Oaks, Calif.)Article
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Abstract
Background: Approximately 10% of first responders report posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Although reports within first responders suggest that they have distinct symptom presentations, there is a need to understand how the clinical profiles of first responders may differ from others seeking treatment for PTSD. Objective: This study compared the PTSD symptom profiles of first responder and civilians seeking treatment for PTSD. Method: Participants self-referred to the Traumatic Stress Clinic (University of New South Wales, Sydney) for enrolment in out-patient treatment trials for PTSD. Participants comprised people of mean age 41.72 years ( Results: First responders reported greater rates of dysphoric cluster of symptoms, including diminished interest, emotional numbing, and social detachment, and less psychological reactivity and avoidance of situations, than civilians with PTSD. Beyond PTSD symptoms, first responders also reported more severe levels of depression and suppressed anger. Conclusions: These findings indicate that treatment-seeking first responders present with a distinct clinical profile that is characterized by dysphoric symptoms. These symptoms can predict poor treatment response and require specific attention in treating PTSD in first responders.
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