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Trauma Sequelae / PTSD
A trauma sequelae assessment expert report provides a formal psychiatric evaluation of psychological symptoms following a traumatic event. The assessment focuses on identifying a clinically diagnosable condition, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and determining the severity of the sequelae and its direct link to the index incident.
Overview
When this report is required
- To confirm a diagnosis of PTSD following exposure to a life-threatening or distressing event
- To evaluate delayed-onset trauma symptoms that manifest months after the initial incident
- To assess the psychological impact of surviving a catastrophic or multiple-fatality accident
- To provide a clinical basis for the quantification of damages for psychological injury
What the expert assesses
- Intrusion Symptoms (Flashbacks)
- Avoidance Behaviours
- Hyperarousal and Reactivity
- Cognitive and Mood Alterations
- Duration and Functional Impairment
Report specification
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Assessment Setting | Clinic, Remote |
| Court Acceptance | County Court, High Court |
| Compliance | CPR Part 35 |
CPR Part 35 Compliant
Digital Delivery
Urgent Instructions
Specialist expertise
Consultant Psychiatrists
Clinical Psychologists
EMDR Specialists
While these are the primary specialists engaged for this instruction type, please note that every case turns on
its own facts. Complex or multi-disciplinary cases may require a bespoke team of experts. Our case managers will
review your specific instruction to ensure the correct clinical match.