Group therapy with WWII ex-POW's: Long-term posttraumatic adjustment in a geriatric population

J. K. Boehnlein; L. F. Sparr

doi:10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1993.47.2.273

Group therapy with WWII ex-POW's: Long-term posttraumatic adjustment in a geriatric population

J. K. Boehnlein, L. F. Sparr

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In this assessment of group therapy with WWII ex-POWs, the small cohort limits generalizations; however, we offer a longitudinal perspective on group process. Posttraumatic suppression and denial of emotions appears to be adaptive for time-limited periods but is not a long-term solution. More lasting changes in self-esteem and social interaction may be partially achieved through a supportive group environment that fosters cognitive synthesis and reorganization.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	273-282
Number of pages	10
Journal	American Journal of Psychotherapy
Volume	47
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1993.47.2.273
State	Published - 1993

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