Experiences of Veterans with ICD-11 Complex PTSD in Engaging with Services

Williamson, Victoria; Pearson, Emily J.; Shevlin, Mark; Karatzias, Thanos; Macmanus, Dierdre; Murphy, Dominic

Abstract

This study aimed to examine how UK military veterans with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) engage with psychological services. Qualitative interviews were conducted with eight veterans with CPTSD. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. UK veterans with CPTSD were found to experience a number of barriers in accessing and engaging with mental health services. That certain CPTSD symptoms (e.g., negative self-concept) may act as a deterrent to help-seeking warrants further exploration in future help-seeking initiatives to ensure that those with CPTSD are able to access appropriate care.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Mar 27, 2020
• Online Publication Date: Apr 15, 2020
• Publication Date: 2021
• Deposit Date: Apr 17, 2020
• Journal: Journal of Loss and Trauma
• Print ISSN: 1532-5024
• Electronic ISSN: 1532-5032
• Publisher: Routledge
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 26
• Issue: 2
• Pages: 166-178
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/15325024.2020.1749784
• Keywords: Complex PTSD, CPTSD, trauma, veterans, ICD-11, stigma, mental health
• Public URL: http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2653614