Protective factors and predictors of vulnerability to chronic stress: A comparative study of 4 communities after 7 years of continuous rocket fire

Gelkopf, Marc; Berger, Rony; Bleich, Avi; Silver, Roxane Cohen

doi:10.1016/j.socscimed.2011.10.022

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“…The age of participants in some of these studies ranged from young adulthood to midlife only (Besser and Neria, 2009), and no association was found between age and PTS symptoms (Chipman et al, 2011). Other studies found a positive association between age and PTS symptoms (Dekel and NuttmanShwartz, 2009;Gelkopf et al, 2012;Ron, 2011). Lahad and Leykin (2010) reported that young adults (19-47) had a higher level of PTS symptoms than did adolescents (10-18), but no other age differences were found.…”

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“…Rockets were fired during all hours of the day for over a decade, leading to high levels of chronic stress and anxiety (Gelkopf et al, 2012). Furthermore, due to the overall exposure of the region, this prolonged stressful experience did not allow any sense of control or respite periods, as it was impossible to avoid this threat by adopting a cautious way of life (Dekel and NuttmanShwartz, 2009;Gelkopf et al, 2012).…”

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“…The few studies that focused specifically on people's exposure to prolonged rocket attacks in the south of Israel were inconclusive regarding the association between age and probable PTSD (e.g., Besser and Neria, 2009;Chipman et al, 2011;Dekel and NuttmanShwartz, 2009;Gelkopf et al, 2012;Ron, 2011). However, these studies did not take into account the issue of PTLE as a moderator of this association.…”

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“…100,101 While lack of trust and resources could be associated with increased vulnerability, family and the community solidarity, sense of belonging, and confidence in services and the authorities may protective developing PTSD in exposed victims. 102 In addition to trauma history at a young age, the warzone stressors and atrocities, abuse, violence, and violence and substance abuse and substance dependence (primarily alcohol) are higher among those with PTSD compared to the general population. Soldiers and trauma-exposed civilians who experience PTSD also have higher rates of involvement with violent offenses and the criminal justice system.…”

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Causes and Risk Factors for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: The Importance of Right Diagnosis and Treatment

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious debilitating syndrome with significant personal, social, and economic consequences. People with PTSD experience one or more major symptoms that include flashbacks and paranoia, difficulty in interpersonal relationships, and problems engaging in work and activities of daily living. In severe cases they can harm themselves or the others; but these events are preventable by appropriate therapies.PTSD is a well-characterized serious psychological and behavioural abnormality that occurs after exposure to one or more acute severe stressful events. It often occurs among soldiers returning from battlefields and the civilian victims of war. However, it also occurs in non-war situations, such as terrorist attacks or serious accidents; sexual abuse, rape, or other violent acts; and school or workplace bullying, harassment, or retaliation. Nevertheless, the diagnosis of PTSD is made too infrequently, particularly in the post-conflict periods in developing countries. This is in part because of inadequate awareness but also due to limited resources and expertise.Consequently, the resources for clinical care and research are diverted to other forms of behavioral issues, such as adjustment disorders. The treatment of PTSD needs to be well coordinated so that all stakeholders work synergistically using the resources necessary for the prolonged treatment and follow-ups. PTSD is underdiagnosed, and even misdiagnosed or mislabeled as depression or adjustment disorders. The failure to make a timely diagnosis or mislabeling of PTSD likely will harm victims and their families and may lead to negative outcomes, including suicide. The provision of appropriate, well organized, individualized, cost-effective treatment plans should alleviate PTSD symptoms and enable those with the disorder to return to their normal productive lives.

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“…Other MV risk factors are also related to resource restrictions (in particular economic constraints; Shi & Stevens, 2005), a low educational achievement and illiteracy (Sebastian, 2014), personal history (negative life experiences; Mental Illness Fellowship of Victoria, 2008), and low cognitive performance (Gelkopf, Berger, Bleich, & Silver, 2012).…”

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Evaluation of the Psychometric Properties of the Mental Vulnerability Questionnaire in Undergraduate Students

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PURPOSE Translate, adapt the language, and assess the psychometric properties of the Mental Vulnerability Questionnaire (MVQ) in a Portuguese population sample of young adults. DESIGN AND METHODS A psychometric validation study was performed. The sample comprised 166 undergraduate students. Factor analysis was applied to extract three indicators. FINDINGS The MVQ showed divergent validity with the Positive Mental Health Questionnaire (p < .001) and convergent validity with the Mental Health Inventory including five items (p < .001). Reliability was verified through the assessment of internal consistency, evidencing positive outcomes (Cronbach's α = 0.81). PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS The MVQ shows psychometric properties enabling its adaptation to clinical practice and research, essential to an effective screening of mental vulnerability.

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Protective factors and predictors of vulnerability to chronic stress: A comparative study of 4 communities after 7 years of continuous rocket fire

Cited by 115 publications

References 47 publications

The inoculating role of previous exposure to potentially traumatic life events on coping with prolonged exposure to rocket attacks: A lifespan perspective

The inoculating role of previous exposure to potentially traumatic life events on coping with prolonged exposure to rocket attacks: A lifespan perspective

Causes and Risk Factors for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: The Importance of Right Diagnosis and Treatment

Evaluation of the Psychometric Properties of the Mental Vulnerability Questionnaire in Undergraduate Students

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