Traumatic Stress Disorder Case Study Summary
Case Study: Martin and Sue Fredman, Monson, and Adair (2011) conducted a case study of a 27-year-old Iraq War veteran, suffering from PTSD and relationship dissatisfaction, named Martin. Martin suffered from PTSD symptoms and became estranged with his wife, Sue. The purpose of this case study was to use cognitive behavioral conjoint therapy (CBCT) to decrease Martins symptoms of PTSD and increase Martin and Sue’s marital relationship satisfaction (Fredman, Monson, & Adair, 2011). PTSD has been an ongoing issue concerning veterans and it is essential to take into consideration how it affects the loved ones. Researchers believe by implementing CBCT (I.V.), veterans will have a decrease in PTSD symptoms and an increase in intimate relationship
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Once treatment was completed, Martin no longer met the requirements for PTSD. In the end, Sue agreed Martin’s PTSD symptoms decreased significantly. Martin and Sue’s relationship satisfaction increased and they were able to become intimate again. The State Trait Anger Expression Inventory improved for Martin. The social adjustment scale and State Trait Anxiety Inventory remained the same (Fredman et al., 2011). A qualitative interview was conducted after the completion of therapy. It was evident treatment was effective for Martin and Sue. Martin says, “ now its like were married again” and “ I’m really happy we did this” (Fredman et al., 2011).
Strengths and Limitation In The Case Study There were much strengths in Fredman et al. (2011) research starting with the effective use of CBCT. The use of CBCT appears to be an effective approach when treating PTSD and relationship dissatisfaction. Results from CBCT can be seen as early as the first session and continues to grow tremendously (Fredman et al., 2011). The study did not list any limitations, which I found to be discerning. I am curious if they researchers did not mention the limitations on purpose, or purely thought there was none.
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Once treatment was completed, Martin no longer met the requirements for PTSD. In the end, Sue agreed Martin’s PTSD symptoms decreased significantly. Martin and Sue’s relationship satisfaction increased and they were able to become intimate again. The State Trait Anger Expression Inventory improved for Martin. The social adjustment scale and State Trait Anxiety Inventory remained the same (Fredman et al., 2011). A qualitative interview was conducted after the completion of therapy. It was evident treatment was effective for Martin and Sue. Martin says, “ now its like were married again” and “ I’m really happy we did this” (Fredman et al., 2011).
Strengths and Limitation In The Case Study There were much strengths in Fredman et al. (2011) research starting with the effective use of CBCT. The use of CBCT appears to be an effective approach when treating PTSD and relationship dissatisfaction. Results from CBCT can be seen as early as the first session and continues to grow tremendously (Fredman et al., 2011). The study did not list any limitations, which I found to be discerning. I am curious if they researchers did not mention the limitations on purpose, or purely thought there was none.
Implications For Practice and