title: Evidence-based Treatments for Military-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in a Veterans Affairs Setting.
abstract: Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have a significant negative impact on the physical, emotional, and mental health of individuals. This article discusses the prevalence, risk factors, and diagnostic criteria for PTSD. Given the high incidence of PTSD in the Veteran population, much attention has been given to assessment and treatment issues. Treatment options for PTSD, including the 2 most effective treatments, prolonged exposure and cognitive processing therapy, are discussed. Special issues concerning the treatment of Veterans are also reviewed.
authors.affiliation: Psychology Service, VA Medical Center - Battle Creek, 5500 Armstrong Road, Battle Creek, MI 49037-7314, USA. Electronic address: scott.driesenga@va.gov.
authors.forename: Scott A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Driesenga
authors.affiliation: Psychology Service, VA Medical Center - Battle Creek, 5500 Armstrong Road, Battle Creek, MI 49037-7314, USA.
authors.forename: Jessica L
authors.initials: JL
authors.lastname: Rodriguez
authors.affiliation: Psychology Service, VA Medical Center - Battle Creek, 5500 Armstrong Road, Battle Creek, MI 49037-7314, USA.
authors.forename: Thomas
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Picard
mesh_terms: D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; D055317:Evidence-Based Practice; D006787:Hospitals, Veterans; D006801:Humans; D013313:Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D014481:United States; D014728:Veterans
keywords: Evidence-based treatment; Outcomes; PTSD; Posttraumatic stress disorder; Veterans