Part 2: Introduction to PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious psychiatric disorder that can occur among individuals who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic or terrifying event, series of repeated events, or a set of circumstances1. This infographic aims to raise awareness of PTSD in a straightforward manner appropriate for both individuals with lived experience, and health care providers. PTSD topics include: different trauma types found in PTSD; risk factors and symptoms; impact of PTSD on different life domains; challenges of diagnosing; and stigma of PTSD.
References:
- American Psychiatric Association. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/ptsd
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Psychometric Validation of the AASC®: Supporting Early Detection & Improving Caregiver-HCP communication in Agitation Associated With Dementia Due to Alzheimer’s Disease (AAD)
In this webinar, Dr. Carolyn Clevenger will provide both background on AASC® tool development and details on AASC® quantitative validation study design and results.