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Summary
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a prominent issue among Military personnel yet little is known about gender differences in PTSD. This study examined 667 women and 3,608 men U.S. Navy healthcare personnel who were assessed to identify for PTSD. Results showed that women had higher odds of screening positive for PTSD than men.
Citation
MacGregor, A. J., Clouser, M. C., Mayo, J. A., Galarneau, M. R. (2017). Gender Differences in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Among U.S. Navy Healthcare Personnel. Journal of Women's Health, 26, 338-344. doi:10.1089/jwh.2014.5130