Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Trauma in Youth in Juvenile Detention

Karen M. Abram, Linda A. Teplin, Devon R. Charles, Sandra L. Longworth, Gary M. McClelland, Mina K. Dulcan

Archives of General Psychiatry · 2004 · 765 citations · 55 references

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Abstract

Trauma and PTSD seem to be more prevalent among juvenile detainees than in community samples. We recommend directions for research and discuss implications for mental health policy.

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