My shield will protect me against the ANTS: Treatment of PTSD in a client with an intellectual disability.
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| Title: | My shield will protect me against the ANTS: Treatment of PTSD in a client with an intellectual disability. |
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| Authors: | Fernando, Kumari (AUTHOR), Medlicott, Louisa (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability. Jun2009, Vol. 34 Issue 2, p187-192. 6p. 1 Graph. |
| Subjects: | Developmental disabilities, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Interpersonal relations, Intellect, Traumatic shock (Pathology), Therapeutics, Stress management, Flashbacks (Memory), Cognition |
| Abstract: | Background There are limited interventions for individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who also have an intellectual disability. This paper reports the successful treatment of a client with an intellectual disability who experienced PTSD following abuse in an intimate relationship. We describe the use of an innovative coping technique (“the shield”) developed by the first author to allow exposure to intrusive traumatic memories. Method Treatment involved exposure, stress reduction techniques, and modified cognitive techniques. Results After 9 sessions of therapy over 3 months, the client had experienced no flashbacks. These gains were maintained at a 5-month follow-up. Conclusion PTSD symptoms were successfully treated and the client reported additional improvements in overall functioning. Limitations and questions about the mechanism of action are raised. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | Background There are limited interventions for individuals with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who also have an intellectual disability. This paper reports the successful treatment of a client with an intellectual disability who experienced PTSD following abuse in an intimate relationship. We describe the use of an innovative coping technique (“the shield”) developed by the first author to allow exposure to intrusive traumatic memories. Method Treatment involved exposure, stress reduction techniques, and modified cognitive techniques. Results After 9 sessions of therapy over 3 months, the client had experienced no flashbacks. These gains were maintained at a 5-month follow-up. Conclusion PTSD symptoms were successfully treated and the client reported additional improvements in overall functioning. Limitations and questions about the mechanism of action are raised. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 13668250 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/13668250902845228 |
