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Journal of Pediatric Psychology 16(1) pp. 103-115, 1991
© 1991 Society of Pediatric Psychology

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Hidden Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in the Mother of a Boy with Traumatic Limb Amputation1

Sue White2

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

2A11 correspondence should be sent to Sue White, Cleveland MetroHealth Medical Center, Department of Child Psychiatry, 3395 Scranton Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44109.

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is usually diagnosed in the primary victim of a psychologically distressing event who demonstrates the criteria symptomatology. Presented here is a case study of PTSD symptoms in a mother whose 4-year-old boy underwent bilateral arm amputation. Discussed is how the mother became the primary PTSD victim and why the particular injury (electrical shock) can be explained as readily giving rise to her problems. Consultants to pediatric and trauma services are reminded that the primary patient's medical care may suffer if disorders such as PTSD are not recognized in those responsible for making treatment decisions for the young victim.

Key words: posttraumatic stress disorder; traumatic amputation; pediatric consultation; electrical burns.


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