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Original Research
J Clin Psychiatry
April 2022
The Economic Burden of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in the United States From a Societal Perspective
JCP 2022;83(3):10.4088/JCP.21m14116
Full Article
Read the complete peer-reviewed article in J Clin Psychiatry.
JCP 2022;83(3):10.4088/JCP.21m14116
FAQ
How much does PTSD cost the United States each year?
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Key Takeaways
The study estimated $19,630 in excess annual costs per person with PTSD, with a higher per-person burden in the military population ($25,684) than in the civilian population ($18,640), underscoring the value of aggressive case identification and treatment in both settings.
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Clinical Guide
How should clinicians prioritize PTSD case-finding in adult populations that carry substantial but underrecognized burden?
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Clinical Guide
How should clinicians evaluate the major nonmedical burdens that commonly accompany PTSD in adults?
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