Intelligence and PTSD Susceptibility

Paper Summary:

The paper examines the study "Intelligence and Other Predisposing Factors in Exposure to Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Follow-up Study at Age 17 Years" where researchers proposed a study in which newborn babies were selected and followed and periodically evaluated until the age of 17. The paper describes the methodology used and notes potential limitations of the study. The paper looks at the results of the study that revealed how those with significantly higher intelligence than average suffered lesser rates of PTSD
development. The paper concludes by identifying several potential applications for this study.

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From the Paper:

"Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder associated with previous traumatic experience and the cumulative effects of multiple traumatic experiences such as physical abuse, threats of violence, and various other experiences associated with exposure to death and other adverse occurrences capable of generating extreme fear and anxiety at the time of exposure. It is characterized by depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and flashbacks (Breslau, et al 2006)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Breslau, N., Lucia, V., Alvarado, G. (2006) Intelligence and Other Predisposing Factors in Exposure to Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Follow-up Study at Age 17 Years. Arch Gen Psychiatry. 63:1238-1245. Retrieved June 15, 2008 from www.archgenpsychiatry.com

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