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Differential effects of trauma on spouses of traumatized households

Journal of Traumatic Stress volume 8, pages 61–74 (1995)Cite this article

Abstract

The responses of 60 households subjected to varying degrees of traumatic events were examined. Specific attention was given to the differential effect that traumatic events have on spouses, especially in terms of general anxiety, state anxiety, trait anxiety, depression, and other symptoms related to trauma. The findings showed that degree of traumatization was proportional to number and intensity of stress related symptoms. Mothers, however, manifested depression and anxiety levels twice as high as fathers. The validity of these results was discussed in terms of cultural beliefs and practices.

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  1. Professor of Psychology, Birzeit University, West Bank, Via Israel

    Ahmad M. Baker

  2. Assistant Professor, Bethlehem University, West Bank, Via Israel

    Nadera S. Kevorkian

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Baker, A.M., Kevorkian, N.S. Differential effects of trauma on spouses of traumatized households. J Trauma Stress 8, 61–74 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02105407

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  • differential effects
  • traumatized households
  • anxiety