Journal article
The Quality, Readability, Completeness, and Accuracy of PTSD Websites for Firefighters
Abstract
Firefighters appear at an increased risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Because of PTSD-related stigma, firefighters may search for information online. The current study evaluated the quality, readability, and completeness of PTSD online resources, and to determine how the online treatment recommendations align with current evidence. Google.ca (Canada) searches were performed using four phrases: 'firefighter PTSD', 'firefighter …
Authors
Killip SC; Kwong NKR; MacDermid JC; Fletcher AJ; Carleton NR
Journal
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol. 17, No. 20,
Publisher
MDPI
Publication Date
October 1, 2020
DOI
10.3390/ijerph17207629
ISSN
1661-7827