JOURNAL ARTICLE

Research on Affective Disorders Published by Researchers at Lebanese American University (Predictors of a PTSD diagnosis following the Beirut port explosion: Comparing the direct and indirect effects of exposure to trauma).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2025. P. 488 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses research on the psychological impacts of the Beirut Port explosion on August 4, 2020, particularly focusing on the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Conducted by researchers from Lebanese American University, the study analyzed data from 743 Lebanese participants to compare the effects of direct and indirect trauma exposure. Findings indicate that both types of exposure contribute to PTSD, with direct exposure resulting in more severe symptoms, and highlight demographic factors such as gender and age that influence PTSD prevalence. The research emphasizes the importance of protective factors like mentalizing and resilience, suggesting implications for targeted prevention and intervention strategies. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2025/05, p488
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:185045786
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