Research Topic

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Research

This cluster of papers explores the impact of trauma, particularly posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), on individuals' mental health and the potential for resilience and growth following extremely aversive events. It covers topics such as the neurocircuitry of fear, stress, and anxiety disorders, psychological treatments for PTSD, psychometric evaluation of PTSD symptoms, and the epidemiology of traumatic events and PTSD. The papers also delve into the concept of posttraumatic growth and the role of cognitive therapy in addressing PTSD.