Mental Health History Increases PTSD Risk

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 - 09:36 in Psychology & Sociology

New research from Geisinger PTSD expert Dr. Joseph Boscarino sheds light on what factors may predispose someone to posttraumatic stress. In a recently published study, Dr. Boscarino concludes that low self esteem, negative life events and lack of a support network greatly increase the likelihood of PTSD.

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