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Review of group treatment for PTSD

This review provides a brief overview of group-based treatments for PTSD, highlighting their efficacy compared to no treatment and the importance of specific treatment approaches. Recommendations for practice and further research are also discussed.

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Review of group treatment for PTSD

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  1. Review of group treatment for PTSD Denise M. Sloan, PhD; Michelle J. Bovin, PhD; Paula P. Schnurr, PhD

  2. Aim • Briefly review group treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). • Relevance • Though not formally endorsed, group treatment is frequently used in healthcare settings, including VA, where prevalence of PTSD is relatively high.

  3. Methods • Review includes: • Description of group-based treatments for PTSD. • Available efficacy data on group treatments for PTSD.

  4. Results • Review indicates: • Group treatment for PTSD is efficacious compared with no treatment. • Specific types of treatment are not efficacious compared with nonspecific group treatment (e.g., psychoeducation or supportive counseling).

  5. Conclusions • Recommendations for practice and research are made in light of available literature.

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