The Journal of clinical psychiatry
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Comparative Study
Association of PTSD and depression with medical and specialist care utilization in modern peacekeeping veterans in Canada with health-related disabilities.
We examined the relative associations between posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression severity with medical and specialist care use in modern peacekeeping veterans with health-related disabilities. ⋯ The observed association between PTSD (diagnosis and severity) and medical care utilization stresses the importance of PTSD screening in primary care settings, especially in patients with a history of military service. This association is also useful for clinicians and hospital administrators in understanding potential medical and psychiatric needs for military veterans.