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The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies is the world’s premier trauma organization dedicated to trauma treatment, education, research and prevention. Through this organization, professionals share information about the effects of trauma, seeking to reduce traumatic stressors and their immediate and long-term consequences.

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ISTSS is a nonprofit organization involved in the following:

Research & Resources: ISTSS publishes a research journal, Journal of Traumatic Stress, for professionals to share new research in the field. The research is reviewed anonymously by experts in the field and judged to be leading research. A quarterly newsletter, Traumatic StressPoints, features organizational news as well as news and features of importance to the field.

Meetings: ISTSS presents an annual international conference, the largest forum for sharing new information on the field.

Professional & Public Education: ISTSS is the only society to have published a thorough, science-based assessment of the memory of trauma that integrates clinical and research understanding. A consumer-oriented pamphlet has also been developed.
Treatment Guidelines: ISTSS develops and promotes treatment guidelines on the state of the art of all types of treatment.

Worldwide Networking Support: ISTSS works with the United Nations to provide education and resources to guide practice and public policy in countries torn by exposure to traumatic events. ISTSS also promotes excellence in international training for mental health professionals and others who treat trauma victims.

Promote Excellence and Innovation: ISTSS recognizes excellence with annual awards to researchers, clinicians, and outstanding professionals in the field. ISTSS provides training for student professionals and help them gain expertise in the field.

Help ISTSS continue to provide its excellent resources to professionals—and to the world. Donate to the society using our secure online donation form.