Abstract
In this chapter, we review the research on factors related to risk, resilience, and recovery in individuals exposed to traumatic stress with a specific emphasis on combat-related stress in U.S. military personnel. The majority of trauma research has been done with civilian populations; however, military research is reviewed when available. The authors are OIF/OEF veterans who have completed a total of six U.S. military deployments since September 11, 2001, in support of the Global War on Terrorism, and in some cases we present our expert opinions if appropriate military research data are not available. We highlight some of the seminal epidemiological research that has been conducted with active-duty OIF/OEF veterans as well as the dearth of clinical research on the treatment of acute stress disorder (ASD) and PTSD. Finally, we outline important future clinical research that is necessary to better understand risk, resilience, and recovery from combat-related stress and to develop evidence-based treatments adapted to the unique needs of military personnel.
| Original language | American English |
|---|---|
| Title of host publication | Living and Surviving in Harm’s Way |
| Subtitle of host publication | A Psychological Treatment Handbook for Pre- and Post-Deployment of Military Personnel |
| Editors | Sharon Morgillo Freeman, Bret A. Moore, Arthur Freeman |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
| Pages | 467-491 |
| Number of pages | 25 |
| Edition | 1 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781135859343 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780415988681 |
| State | Published - 2009 |
ASJC Scopus Subject Areas
- General Psychology
- General Engineering
Keywords
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- Combat Experience
- Military Deployment
- Military Personal
- Treatment
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Military Psychology
- Health & Mental Health Treatment & Prevention
Disciplines
- Psychology
- Military and Veterans Studies
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy