Trajectories of Post-trauma Stress Responses After a Submarine Accident

Severe post-trauma stress responses declined significantly within 7 months. Early screening was useful to identify submariners requiring additional support and the later screening suggested that readiness assessments should extend beyond 6 months post-accident. The study highlighted the importance of early psychological support, and the protective roles of resilience and pre-accident mental health, in reducing poor outcomes in the event of accidents at sea.