Journal of pediatric psychology

The most recent articles from: J Pediatr Psychol October 2010

J Pediatr Psychol · Oct 2010

Course and predictors of posttraumatic stress disorder in parents after pediatric intensive care treatment of their child.

To study posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in parents after unexpected pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) treatment of their child and to identify risk factors for its development. ⋯ PICU admission is a stressful event associated with persistent parental PTSD. Assessment of risk factors can facilitate detection of persistent PTSD for early intervention.

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