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Jim McDermott, MD

Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2009;163(6):587.

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In this issue of the Archives, Mels et al¹ provide clear and convincing evidence that children who experience political conflict and war have significantly higher rates of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As this research shows, children and adolescents who are exposed to war and violent conflicts are at a much greater risk of the serious negative health impact of PTSD.

Posttraumatic stress disorder has been shown to have serious physical and mental health consequences. Studies have demonstrated that PTSD can contribute to long-term health conditions. We know that PTSD is serious and that any added risk must be addressed through early screening and diagnosis. Delayed diagnosis of PTSD can further complicate serious long-term health consequences.

While the world has focused on the primary care needs of children and adolescents in war-torn African countries, we have not even begun to address the serious lack of mental health . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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