The speaker highlighted the fact that individuals who have witnessed terrorist attacks, security escalations, or severe traffic accidents all face a similar situation. He noted that about 80% of these individuals will experience difficult symptoms of post-traumatic stress within hours, days, or even the first month or two after the event. However, many of them are able to overcome these symptoms without any professional treatment.
The professor explained that it has been about a month and a half since the events took place, and those still experiencing symptoms at this stage are considered post-traumatic. It is difficult to estimate the exact percentage of participants who fall into this category, but it was likely around 10%. Many more people encounter challenging situations and have difficulty overcoming them, requiring treatment.
When it comes to Israelis defined as post-traumatic, the professor estimated that the most conservative number was around 30,000. However, he believed that this number was much larger due to the lack of qualified professionals available to treat such problems. The professor also discussed the need for new treatments and technologies to help those affected by post-traumatic stress disorder.
In conclusion, new treatments are crucial in helping those with post-traumatic stress disorder integrate into society and find work opportunities. Additionally, there is a need to provide support and resources for family members and friends who may also be struggling with these issues. The effort required to address this issue includes developing new treatments, dealing with a prolonged struggle over several years and creating new technologies.