Rorschach Measures of Posttraumatic Stress in Persian Gulf War Veterans
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-1995
Description
The effectiveness of the Rorschach in detecting acute posttraumatic stress (PTS) in Persian Gulf War veterans was investigated. Subjects were 30 U.S. Marine Reservists who reported experiencing symptoms of PTS after 3 months of active duty in Operation Desert Storm. Subjects were administered the Rorschach and MMPI-2 soon after their return from the Persian Gulf War. Results showed acute distress, a vulnerable capacity for coping and control, and a tendency to be overwhelmed by internal and external stimulation. Selected Rorschach variables were significantly related in a conceptually valid manner to MMPI-2 scales associated with defensiveness, coping ability, and PTS. These findings are discussed in relation to the assessment, understanding, and treatment of PTS symptomatology and posttraumatic stress disorder.
Citation Information
Sloan, Patrick; Arsenault, Linda; Hilsenroth, Mark; Harvill, Leo; and Handler, Leonard. 1995. Rorschach Measures of Posttraumatic Stress in Persian Gulf War Veterans. Journal of Personality Assessment. Vol.64(3). 397-414. https://doi.org/10.1207/s15327752jpa6403_1 PMID: 7760252 ISSN: 0022-3891