UW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
News
How UW Medicine brought PTSD treatment into the primary care clinic, with proven results
American Hospital Association | January 29, 2026
“Improving access to proven, lifesaving treatments within primary care settings can get more patients on the road to recovery,” said John Fortney, PhD.
Feature
History of trauma linked to risk of long COVID
Department News | January 29, 2026
According to a recent study by Rebecca Hendrickson, MD, PhD, people who have experienced traumatic stress are more likely to develop persistent symptoms after a COVID-19 infection. This finding may suggest new approaches in treating long COVID and other post-viral syndromes, which significantly hinder people’s quality of life.
Events
Grand Rounds - Cultural aspects of PTSD assessment and treatment
February 6 | 12 - 1 PM
By identifying and reviewing the influence of cultural factors on the experience, expression, and recovery from PTSD, Dr. James Boehnlein’s presentation seeks to empower mental health clinicians with culturally sensitive and informed strategies for assessment and treatment.
