The estimate of PTSD symptoms among the residents of violent LOC area of Azad Kashmir
Journal of Aggression, Conflict and Peace Research
ISSN: 1759-6599
Article publication date: 30 April 2024
Issue publication date: 5 June 2024
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this study aims to investigate the estimated symptoms of posttraumatic stress (PTSD) among the residents of the violent line of control (LoC) of Azad Kashmir.
Design/methodology/approach
This study is a quantitative, exploratory study. The sample comprised 235 males and 225 females, aged 18–35years (N = 460). The traumatic appraisal questionnaire (TAQ) was applied to the determined sample and their responses were statistically analyzed.
Findings
It was identified through quantitative research that people living near the LoC had higher PTSD symptoms as compared to those living farther away. Moreover, females exhibited higher PTSD than males. Religious beliefs were identified as the most common coping mechanism used by residents of LoC.
Practical implications
Awareness sessions and seminars will be conducted with the help of mental health professionals in those areas with high estimated PTSD symptoms. This research will also help mental health professionals in Azad Kashmir to understand PTSD issues of LoC people.
Originality/value
This study focuses on estimating PTSD symptoms among residents living near the LoC in Azad Kashmir, an area characterized by violence and conflict. This research offers practical implications for mental health interventions, such as conducting awareness sessions and seminars with the help of mental health professionals. Furthermore, the study can enhance the understanding of PTSD among LoC residents, aiding mental health professionals in providing more effective support and care.
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Acknowledgements
Ethics declarations.
Ethics approval and informed consent: Humans participants are involved. The study was conducted according to the guidelines of the university, and approved by the university committee. Informed consent was obtained from all participants involved in the study.
Funding source and conflict of interest statement: The author have no conflict of interests relevant to this article to disclose. No financial support was awarded in relation to this study.
Data availability: Humans participants are involved and data is confidential as per rules of consent form.
Citation
Batool, H. (2024), "The estimate of PTSD symptoms among the residents of violent LOC area of Azad Kashmir", Journal of Aggression, Conflict and Peace Research, Vol. 16 No. 3, pp. 269-279. https://doi.org/10.1108/JACPR-12-2023-0864
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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