This systematic review analyzed data from studies examining memory and cognitive function in subjects with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), compared with subjects exposed to trauma (but without PTSD). Based on analysis of 21 articles published in English from 1968 to 2009, the conclusion is that individuals with PTSD, particularly veterans, show signs of cognitive impairment when tested with neuropsychological instruments, more so than individuals exposed to trauma who do not have PTSD.

Volume 23
Issue 1

Winter 2011
Pages 16-28

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This material is based on work supported in part by the Houston Center for Quality of Care & Utilization Studies, Health Services Research and Development Service, Office of Research and Development, Department of Veterans Affairs (HFP90-020). The views expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the VA or Baylor College of Medicine.

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History

Received 3 September 2009

Revised 17 December 2009

Accepted 4 March 2010

Published online 1 January 2011

Published in print 1 January 2011

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Does PTSD Impair Cognition Beyond the Effect of Trauma?

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