TY - JOUR
T1 - Prevalance of PTSD symptoms and depression and level of coping among the victims of the Kashmir conflict
AU - Yaswi, Arooj
AU - Haque, Amber
N1 - Funding Information:
First, there is a dire need to start crisis centers with trained staff, which could assist victims with pressing problems. Assessments of their losses and trauma and appropriate referrals could be furnished by such centers. Second, there is an urgent need to establish a comprehensive mental health delivery system in Kashmir Valley. More psychiatrists should be hired for local hospitals in order to address the needs of PTSD victims. Other mental health professionals, including psychologists, counselors, and clinical social workers, must also be added. Rehabilitation centers are urgently needed for the disabled and the addicted. Third, at the social and educational level, there is a need to increase mental health awareness among citizens to change their attitude toward mental illness and encourage them to utilize the existing professional services in the region. Such efforts can take place in schools, universities, hospitals, clinics, public places, and even in homes. The use of print and electronic media can be helpful in this regard. Fourth, it is imperative to establish a center for studying psychosocial challenges among victims. National and international researchers should initiate short-and long-term studies on the Kashmiris. Such projects could be funded by the Indian government with support and cooperation from international agencies. Finally, there is a need to increase NGO services in the region with respect to providing social support network and job skills training for Kashmiri youth. While there are a few NGOs working in this region, their efforts need to be more organized, target oriented, and supported by the local community. The collaboration of international NGOs may help immensely, especially in areas of funding and volunteer training.
PY - 2008/9
Y1 - 2008/9
N2 - This study examined the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, depression, and coping mechanisms among the adult civilian population in Indian Kashmir. The Everstine Trauma Response Index-Adapted, the Beck Depression Inventory, and the Coping Resources Inventory were used to assess the three domains. Independent-sample t tests were used between the directly and indirectly traumatized groups to explore each of the five hypotheses of this study. The results showed significant differences for all of the hypotheses. The implications of the study are discussed and recommendations given to address the mental health situation of the victims.
AB - This study examined the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, depression, and coping mechanisms among the adult civilian population in Indian Kashmir. The Everstine Trauma Response Index-Adapted, the Beck Depression Inventory, and the Coping Resources Inventory were used to assess the three domains. Independent-sample t tests were used between the directly and indirectly traumatized groups to explore each of the five hypotheses of this study. The results showed significant differences for all of the hypotheses. The implications of the study are discussed and recommendations given to address the mental health situation of the victims.
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U2 - 10.1080/15325020802171441
DO - 10.1080/15325020802171441
M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:51749115764
SN - 1532-5024
VL - 13
SP - 471
EP - 480
JO - Journal of Loss and Trauma
JF - Journal of Loss and Trauma
IS - 5
ER -