The 2023 CSTS Annual Report is now available. In this comprehensive report, you can read summaries of the Center's work in responding to the mental health effects of war, mass violence, and natural disasters, as well as our continuing work in both military and civilian populations to enhance psychological health, speed the recovery from, and help prevent the negative consequences of trauma on individuals, families, communities, and the nation.
Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress
Research Services
Bethesda, MD 161 followers
Advancing Psychological Health and Resilience through Trauma Research, Education, and Consultation.
About us
"The Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) has entered its second quarter century of service to our nation. Our sustained mission is to advance scientific and academic knowledge, interventions, educational resources and outreach to mitigate the impact of trauma from exposure to war, disasters, terrorism, community violence and public health threats. Our Center’s mission continues to be essential to the Department of Defense and the nation. Center scientists, educators and clinicians continue to bring scholarly and research oriented problem solving to the mental and behavioral health problems of those exposed to war, disaster and traumatic events." - Dr. Robert Ursano, MD, Director
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https://www.cstsonline.org/
External link for Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress
- Industry
- Research Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Bethesda, MD
- Founded
- 1987
Updates
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Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress reposted this
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Join us in promoting suicide prevention resources available through the Military Health System: https://lnkd.in/ethHQmUS #ConnectToProtect
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The CSTS Child and Family Team collaborated with The National Capital Consortium Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Walter Reed National Medical Military Medical Center. This collaboration resulted in a new opportunity for Fellows to expand their experiences through contributing to scientific research, podium talks, and conference presentations, all contributing to caring for the Nation’s military-connected children and families. Full article: https://lnkd.in/gkEJviUh
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September is National Self-Care Awareness Month. Self-care is important for your mental, physical, and social wellbeing. CSTS personnel were polled on their most beneficial health care tips. Over half responded with adequate sleep being the most beneficial self-care tip. Some other tips included exercising, staying hydrated, and calling a friend or loved one.
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Today's International Overdose Awareness Day is one of the largest campaigns committed to ending overdoses and related harms. A CSTS study found overdose to be one of the most common methods of suicide attempt among U.S. Army Soldiers. To learn more: https://lnkd.in/dci9Vphi
Deployment and Suicide Attempts Among US Army Soldiers
jamanetwork.com
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Three years ago on August 30th, the Afghanistan War ended. This was the longest war in American history, lasting nearly two decades. This CSTS article provides some insight into the experiences service members faced during deployment: https://lnkd.in/dUNpDrDp
Risk of suicide attempt in reserve versus active component soldiers during deployment to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan - PubMed
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Leaders play critical roles in the recovery of communities and individuals after disasters. CSTS fact sheets in English and Spanish provide tips on Grief Leadership including: how leaders can be effective role models in communicating hope, identifying facts, managing rumors, and providing support as needs change over time. #GriefAwarenessDay English: https://lnkd.in/dR72vexv Spanish: https://lnkd.in/dxVn9_3k
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The end of August marks back to school for many families. Before the school year gets underway, take a moment to evaluate your family's disaster preparedness and emergency plans. SAMHSA provides multiple resources to help families prepare for disasters to keep children and loved ones safe. Link to resources: https://lnkd.in/e6qEM93B
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World Humanitarian Day honors the humanitarian aid workers who put their own lives at risk to serve others. In early 2020, National Guard servicemen and women entered into an unknown environment to help serve American citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic. To learn more about the mental health effects the New York National Guard experienced, take a look at this CSTS article: COVID-19 Pandemic Responses among National Guard Service Members: Stressors, Coping Strategies, Sleep Difficulties and Substance Use https://lnkd.in/e56xnvi3
COVID-19 Pandemic Responses among National Guard Service Members: Stressors, Coping Strategies, Sleep Difficulties and Substance Use
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As August marks the anniversaries of Hurricanes Andrew and Katrina, CSTS offers Disaster Psychiatry Training videos to review community responses, interventions, and methods that may improve disaster preparedness and response. Link: https://lnkd.in/e2zi9yTP
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