Compassion Fatigue in the Military Caregiver

Abstract

Compassion Fatigue (CF) is a critical problem with caregivers throughout the Military who work with combat survivors and their families. There is an urgent need for caregivers at all levels to recognize and receive proper education and/or intervention. This research paper will explore current interventions and process and propose, where applicable, alternative or additional programs, process or intervention to address compassion fatigue, burnout, stress disorder or other debilitating post-traumatic effects.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 2009
Accession Number
ADA498593

Entities

People

  • Martha J. Hayes

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Casualties
  • Combat Injuries
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Education
  • Health Care
  • Health Services
  • Hospitals
  • Iraqi-War
  • Medical Personnel
  • Mental Health
  • New York
  • Personnel Management
  • Psychological Phenomena And Processes
  • Students
  • Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • United States
  • War Colleges

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  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Psychological Intervention/Treatment for Stress, Anxiety, PTSD, and Related Emotional and Cognitive Health Symptoms.