Directionality of the Association Between Social Support and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Longitudinal Investigation1

Journal of Applied Social Psychology - Tập 36 Số 12 - Trang 2980-2992 - 2006
Daniel W. King1, Casey T. Taft2, Lynda A. King1, Charity Hammond3, Erika R. Stone3
1National Center for PTSD, VA Boston Healthcare System, Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry, Boston University
2National Center for PTSD, VA Boston Healthcare System, Boston University School of Medicine
3National Center for PTSD, VA Boston Healthcare System

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This study examined the nature of the association between social support and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptomatology among 2,249 male veterans of the 1990‐1991 Gulf War. Using structural equation modeling, a cross‐lagged panel analysis indicated a strong negative relationship between PTSD at Time 1 and social support at Time 2, while social support at Time 1 did not predict PTSD at Time 2. Findings suggest that, over time, interpersonal problems associated with PTSD may have a detrimental influence on the quality and quantity of available social support resources. It is recommended that greater focus be placed on the interpersonal skills of those suffering from PTSD.

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Journal of Applied Social Psychology

Tập 36 Số 12

2980-2992

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