Prevalence of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Aging Vietnam-Era Veterans

摘要: Objective The prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among aging Vietnam-era veterans is not well characterized. Methods In a cross-sectional study, 5,598 male and members the Vietnam Era Twin Registry were assessed for PTSD using Composite International Diagnostic Interview. Current symptoms measured with Checklist (PCL). was estimated according to age ( Results lifetime in theater aged at least 60 years 16.9% (95% CI: 13.9%–20.5%) higher than 5.5% 4.3%–7.0%) nontheater veterans. Among younger years, comparable 22.0% 16.7%–28.4%) 15.7% 13.4%–18.2%) Similar results found service current (past 12 months). PCL scores significantly compared both older cohorts. cohorts significant differences persisted discordant twin pairs. Conclusion related elevated symptom burden More 30 after end conflict, many continue suffer from PTSD, which highlights need continuing outreach throughout life course.