Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Symptom Severity Predicts Aggression After Treatment

The authors examine the relationship between specific posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and interpersonal aggression (verbal, psychological, and physical) among male Veterans completing a residential PTSD treatment program. Results indicate that specific PTSD symptoms and severity predicted aggression at follow-up. Post-treatment maintenance of non-aggression behaviors may be necessary to reduce aggressive behaviors after intensive PTSD treatment.