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This 9 page report explores Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as it relates to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The concepts are first introduced and defined, and then explored in historical context. Specific studies are referenced to demonstrates that the recommendation is credible. The conclusion reached is that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a good treatment modality for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. An abstract is included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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and then explored in historical context. Specific studies are referenced to demonstrates that the recommendation is credible. Manifestations of the disorder are discussed as well as various treatment options. Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy is the preferred method of treatment, which is noted numerous times. How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used as a treatment approach to CBT is addressed in detail. The
views of many authors are included and specific information about how exposure works, for example, are relayed. The conclusion reached is that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a good treatment modality
for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I. Introduction The concept of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is
really not new. It seems that it has been applied to Vietnam quite frequently, and the condition is something that is discussed in the mainstream in general today. In fact,
while it has not be studied extensively, September 11th did prompt attention from both the public and the professional community (Grinage, 2003). Also, the soldiers from Iraq bring the problem
home again. About 20% (Stecker, Fortney, Hamilton & Ajzen, 2007, p.1358) of returning soldiers from Iraq suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. As a result, more diagnoses have been made
(Grinage, 2003). It is now something that is also associated with trauma stemming from childhood sexual abuse. In fact, PTSD may be diagnosed in a variety of contexts. With more
attention on PTSD, treatment options are explored. To a large extent, various treatments are employed for PTSD, and sometimes in unison, but CBT has been a favored treatment amongst some
psychologists and psychiatrists. Why? It seems that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy addresses the manifestations of PTSD, which are often behavioral in nature, and it gets to the heart of the cause,
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