Disaster and trauma studies often focus on identifying the
incidence of PTSD as the sequel to traumatic events. Early
interventions with those affected after a disaster or traumatic
event increasingly utilize psycho-education to clarify and
normalize common post-traumatic stress reactions and coping
strategies. While mentioned as a possible response, the high
incidence of depression after trauma is less delineated and
often goes unrecognized by those suffering. Depression Occurs
after Trauma: Both major depression and Post-Traumatic Stress
Disorder (PTSD) occur frequently following traumatic exposure,
both as separate disorders and concurrently. Depression is the
most common disorder suffered in conjunction with Post-Traumatic
Stress Disorder. Depression is nearly three to five times more
likely in those with PTSD than those without PTSD. Overlap of
PTSD and Depression Why Depression after Trauma? From a
psychological perspective, depression is understandable after
trauma. Not all loss is traumatic- but all t