Abstract
Exposure to traumatic events is frequent in the general population and psychiatric sequelae such as post-traumatic stress disorders are common. The symptoms of psychiatric sequelae after trauma are vague, with multiple psychological and physical symptoms, which can confuse the health care professional. This paper seeks to facilitate the work in primary care, providing practical information about the diagnosis, initial management and referral of patients who have suffered traumatic experiences. Some early interventions and treatments are suggested.
Translated title of the contribution | Management of psychological trauma in primary care |
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Original language | Spanish |
Pages (from-to) | 643-55 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | Revista Medica de Chile |
Volume | 144 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - May 2016 |
Keywords
- Disease Management
- Humans
- Primary Health Care
- Psychological Trauma/psychology
- Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic/psychology