Dr. Ken Abrams: The Prevention of PTSD Among Individuals Exposed to Traumatic Events

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Popular means of preventing PTSD, such as Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, have been shown to have a minimal impact on or even increase the likelihood of developing PTSD. Building on recent work by the lab of Holmes et al. Our speaker will delve into the use of virtual reality and visuospatial tasks to interfere with the consolidation of frightening memories. The findings from this study have the potential to revolutionize the prevention of PTSD in individuals who have undergone real-life traumatic events. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into this critical topic.


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