The Goteborg discotheque fire: Posttraumatic stress, and school adjustment as reported by the primary victims 18 months later

Article Abstract:

Study is carried out to relate the measures of posttraumatic stress experienced and general psychopathology to the time missed from school reported by the adolescents, and to school adjustment 18 months after the fire. It is found that the traditional talking cures are more sought by girls than boys and it is also observed that victims who suffer from high level of stress need special support for a long period of time to minimize the effects on scholastic achievement and adjustment.

Adolescent psychology

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Trauma exposure and posttraumatic stress disorder in delinquent female adolescents

Article Abstract:

A study to examine the nature and extent of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma exposure in juvenile female offenders and to trace the connection between comorbidity and psychosocial factors is conducted. Results indicate the importance of correctly diagnosing and treating PTSD in delinquent female adolescents.

Japan, Psychological aspects, Health aspects, Eating disorders, Juvenile offenders, Clinical report

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Trauma exposure and posttraumatic stress disorder in delinquent female adolescents

Article Abstract:

A study to examine the nature and extent of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and trauma exposure in juvenile female offenders and to trace the connection between comorbidity and psychosocial factors is conducted. Results indicate the importance of correctly diagnosing and treating PTSD in delinquent female adolescents.

Care and treatment, Psychic trauma in children, Childhood trauma (Psychology)

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