The Impact Of COVID-19 On Individuals With PTSD: An Interview With Dr. Harry Croft
In this webinar, psychiatrist Harry Croft discusses with Medical Science Liaison, Nichole Neugebauer, how post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has increased under the stress of the pandemic. Dr. Croft reviews the symptomatology of PTSD and the challenges posed by COVID-19 to individuals with PTSD, including combat veterans. Rates of suicide and substance use have increased; meanwhile, physical distancing has meant that many of those with PTSD have been limited to telehealth treatment options, which may not be ideal for all. Finally, …
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