Journal of Traumatic Stress Disorders & TreatmentISSN: 2324-8947

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Goacute;mez-Peacute;rez L Author

lgomeze@uc.cl +56 23544850

Subjects of specialization
Mediation analysis, Re-experiencing, Trauma exposure, Chronic pain

Affiliation
Escuela De Psicolog

Biography

Lidia Gómez Pérez received his Doctorate in Research in Basic Processes and Intervention in Clinical and Health Psychology from Universidad De Malaga, Official Master's Degree in Research Basic Processes and Intervention in Clinical and Health Psychology, Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Universidad De Malaga. He currently works as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Pontifical Catholic University of Chile.

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Research Article Open Access

Post-traumatic Stress, Physical Health and Chronic Pain: The Role of Hyperarousal and Depressive Symptoms

Author(s):

Gómez-Pérez L, Wessa M, and Flor H

Background: This cross-sectional study aimed to examine the association of posttraumatic stress symptoms (PTSS; i.e., re- experiencing, avoidance/numbing, and hyperarousal) and depressive symptoms with: (a) physical health symptoms, (b) pain symptoms, (c) and the presence of chronic pain among trauma-exposed individuals. The mediational role of depressive symptoms in the relationship between each PTSS cluster and physical health symptoms, pain symptoms, or presence of chronic pain was also tested.

Method: Individuals who reported to have suffered a traumatic experience (N = 100) participated in the study. They were recruited through organizations offering services for victims of violence, self- help groups, newspaper announcements, and the outpa... view more»

DOI: 10.4172/2324-8947.1000172

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