Does PTSD occur in sentenced prison populations? A systematic literature review

Goff, Ashley; Rose, Emmeline; Rose, Suzanna; Purves, David

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“…Such sub-threshold posttraumatic stress is clinically relevant, as it associated with significant and long-standing impairment (Marshall, Olfson, Hellman, et al, 2001). Although few studies have examined the prevalence of PTSD among offender samples, a recent systematic review found it to be more prevalent among prisoners than in the general population with a rate of between 4 and 21% (Goff, Rose, Rose, & Purves, 2007).…”

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Facets of psychopathy in relation to trauma-exposure and posttraumatic stress symptomology in a sample of incarcerated male offenders

Woodfield

Dhingra

Boduszek

et al. 2016

IJPH

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Purpose: The aim was to investigate the moderating role of psychopathy facets on the relationship between traumatic exposure and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptomology. Design/methodology/approach: Participants were male prisoners incarcerated in the U.K. Findings: The analysis revealed differential associations between the two facets of psychopathy, with potentially traumatic events and symptoms of PTSD.Specifically, neither primary psychopathy nor trauma exposure were significantly related to PTSD, while secondary psychopathy was positively and significantly related with PTSD symptoms. Furthermore, the effect of trauma exposure on PTSD was found to depend on the level of secondary psychopathy. More specifically, trauma exposure was strongly and positively associated with PTSD symptoms for low levels of secondary psychopathy and negatively associated with PTSD symptomology for individuals with high levels of secondary psychopathy. Originality/value: The findings clarify linkages among psychopathy facets, trauma, and PTSD, and extend our understanding of the presentation of PTSD in male prisoners.

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Facets of psychopathy in relation to trauma-exposure and posttraumatic stress symptomology in a sample of incarcerated male offenders

Woodfield

Dhingra

Boduszek

et al. 2016

IJPH

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“…Based on the high levels of recidivism and on available research literature, such a claim is undeniable. A comprehensive literature review suggested that the previously assumed 2% PTSD rate of prison inmates is actually a 21% (Goff, Rose, Rose, & Purves, 2007). In a study on female inmates in Illinois, 60% of the 217 sample fulfilled the criteria for PTSD (Reichert & Bostwick, 2011).…”

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The Effectiveness of Arts in Trauma Intervention

Zuch

2015

VURJ

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With many people throughout the world struggling with traumatic experiences often leading to to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), different ways of treating those symptoms have emerged. Expressive arts therapy is the method of utilizing different modalities of art to address specific issues. By framing PTSD and the role of the arts through Abraham Maslow's "Hierarchy of Needs," relevant research literature is discussed on the compatibility of the two beyond the level of self-actualization. By looking at three populations with high PTSD rates -refugees, victims of sexual violence, and incarcerated individuals -different art interventions are discussed along with their effectiveness. The literature review found that using the arts is effective among PTSD populations, especially as an enhancer of regular therapy. Several recommendations for further research are given, including the creation of a suitable measurement tool that effectively captures both the quantitative results with qualitative results in addition to ensuring culturally competent therapies.

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“…For instance, incarcerated older adults are considered at the highest risk for victimization because of their decreasing ability to defend themselves against younger prisoners or staff (Dawes, 2009). Along the same lines older adults in frail health are at higher risk of all forms of elder abuse, which could include sexual assaults, in prison (Goff et al, 2007;Stojkovic, 2007). Furthermore, older adult offenders also have additional age specific stressors, such as concerns over failing health and the fear of dying in prison (Aday, 2006;Marushak, 2008), in addition to the physical vulnerabilities presented by the aging process.…”

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Sexual Abuse Histories Among Incarcerated Older Adult Offenders: A Descriptive Study

Morrissey¹,

Courtney²,

Maschi³

2012

Sexual Abuse - Breaking the Silence

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Does PTSD occur in sentenced prison populations? A systematic literature review

Abstract: All four papers suggested that the prevalence of PTSD among sentenced prisoners is higher than that in the general population, as reported elsewhere. Overall the findings suggest a likely need for PTSD treatment services for sentenced prisoners.

Cited by 148 publications

References 71 publications

Facets of psychopathy in relation to trauma-exposure and posttraumatic stress symptomology in a sample of incarcerated male offenders

Facets of psychopathy in relation to trauma-exposure and posttraumatic stress symptomology in a sample of incarcerated male offenders

The Effectiveness of Arts in Trauma Intervention

Sexual Abuse Histories Among Incarcerated Older Adult Offenders: A Descriptive Study

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