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Summary
A random sample of male Vietnam War Veterans who were members of the American Legion completed surveys in 1984 and 1998 to investigate risk factors of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in this cohort. High combat exposure, perceived negative community attitudes at homecoming, minority race, depression, and anger in 1984 predicted a more chronic course of PTSD.
Citation
Koenen, K. C., Stellman, J. M., Stellman, D., Sommer, J. F. (2003). Risk Factors for Course of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Among Vietnam Veterans: A 14-Year Follow-up of American Legionnaires. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 71, 980-986. doi:10.1037/0022-006X.71.6.980