The relationship between specific auditory hallucinations and acute PTSD vs. complex PTSD following direct and indirect exposure to the October 7 events in Israel

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Abstract

This preliminary study examines the link between war-related auditory (pseudo)hallucinations and symptoms of acute ICD-11 posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD (CPTSD) amidst ongoing conflict, with a specific focus on CPTSD. The research, which analyzed data from 2028 Israeli residents following the traumatic events of October 7, 2023, investigated the perception of non-existent sirens and their association with acute PTSD and CPTSD symptoms. The findings reveal that (pseudo)hallucinations were more prevalent among individuals with acute CPTSD symptoms compared to those with PTSD symptoms alone. Additionally, auditory (pseudo)hallucinations were significantly associated with a higher likelihood of CPTSD versus PTSD. These results were consistent for those directly and indirectly exposed individuals to the October 7 attack. Despite its cross-sectional nature, the study provides valuable insights into trauma-related auditory (pseudo)hallucinations in wartime contexts.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)21-25
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Psychiatric Research
Volume179
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 2024

Keywords

  • Acute stress
  • Complex PTSD
  • Hallucinations
  • PTSD
  • Pseudohallucinations
  • War trauma

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