The effect of the traumas on individuals' life Qualitative study in Iraqi civilian traumatized sample

	The effect of the traumas on individuals' life Qualitative study in Iraqi civilian traumatized sample
Al-Adab Journal
Article 1, Volume 0, Issue 121, 2018, Pages 385-404
Abstract
The Iraqi people have been continually exposed to wide range of traumatic events, greatly increasing the rates of PTSD, depression, and health problems. However, there is a dearth of research investigating the prevalence of PTSD in the Iraqi population and the impact this has on the individual. Whoever, because there may be a different value or meaning for PTSD symptoms in different cultures. Therefore, the qualitative approach, which is used here, may give better understanding for the trauma experience and PTSD symptoms. In the current study, 20 interviews were conducted (10 males and 10 females) with Iraqi students and refugees to obtain a better understanding individual's experiences of exposure to traumatic events and PTSD symptoms as well as the different coping strategies adopted following a traumatic event and the effect of social culture. Social and family support contributed in prediction of PTSD symptoms after exposure to severe traumatic events. Furthermore, the characteristics of PTSD related to social backgrounds and continue exposure to
Keywords
PTSD; Interview; Iraq; trauma; war; Students; Refugees; Qualitative; culture

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