Patients
Patients with psychological stress after intensive treatment
Life-threatening illnesses are not only physically but also emotionally stressful. About 1/3 of all patients treated in intensive care still suffer from these experiences months to years later.
Often, uncontrollable memories occur, fears arise that affect the patients' lives to varying degrees. Feeling less pleasure, being more jumpy or no longer being able to sleep well are further examples of the diverse symptoms. This is referred to as post-traumatic stress.
Study participation possible if:
an intensive care stay has taken place within the last 2 years
- with artificial respiration (even for a short time)
- emotional and psychological stress caused by these experiences persists
- you are between 18-85 years old
- currently no (trauma) psychotherapy is perceived
