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The Who, What, When, and Why of the PCL-5 PTSD Assessment

July 13, 2023 by Olympia Center for TMS & Psychiatry

What is the PCL-5? The Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Checklist, commonly referred to as the PCL-5, is a valuable screening tool utilized for diagnosing PTSD. This checklist for the DSM-5 (PCL-5) is a self-report assessment tool consisting of 20 items. Its purpose is to evaluate the severity and occurrence of PTSD symptoms in individuals. What …

TMS Therapy and PTSD: An Emerging Treatment Option for Trauma Survivors

May 5, 2023 by Olympia Center for TMS & Psychiatry

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition affecting millions worldwide. It is often the result of a traumatic event, such as a natural disaster, a violent crime, military combat, or abuse, and can severely impact a person’s ability to function. While traditional treatments such as medication and talk therapy have shown some efficacy, emerging …