E-Jurnal Udayana Medica
vol 1no2 2013

POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

Yudi Artha (Unknown)
I Gusti Ayu Indah Ardan (Unknown)

Article Info

Publish Date
12 Jun 2013

Abstract

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental disorder that occurred after the exposure of traumatic event, which is characterized by re-experiencing, avoidance and hyperarousal. The Lifetime incidence of PTSD is estimated around 13%, and the lifetime prevalence rates ranges from 3%-78%. The exact pathophysiology of PTSD is still unclear. However, there are a number of factors that must be considered in interaction between environmental factor, personal response against stress, and psychopathology. The management of PTSD includes the use of antidepressant, CBT, and other psychotherapy. Keywords : PTSD, re-experiencing, avoidance, hyperarousal.

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E-Jurnal Udayana Medica
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Abbrev

emu

Publisher

Universitas Udayana

Subject

Medicine & Pharmacology

Description

E-Journal Udayana Medica is an electronic journal published at least three times a year (January, May and September). Containing of medical students articles, either an original paper or research report, literature review, case reports, and letters to the editor in English. ...