Post-Vietnam syndrome: recognition and management.

摘要: Abstract Post-Vietnam syndrome, a form of post-traumatic stress disorder, has gained clinical attention as the high psychiatric casualty rate (20% to 60%) among Vietnam veterans become increasingly apparent. syndrome is characterized by intrusive, combat-related thoughts and nightmares, numbed responsiveness, several specific symptoms such drug dependence, depression, anxiety, rage. A multifaceted treatment approach may include pharmacotherapy, group or individual therapy, behavioral techniques.