POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER

Main Authors: Artha, Yudi, Indah Ardan, I Gusti Ayu
Format: Article application/msword eJournal
Bahasa: eng
Terbitan: E-Jurnal Udayana Medica , 2013
Online Access: http://ojs.unud.ac.id/index.php/emu/article/view/8748
Daftar Isi:
  • 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.