Introduction
PTSS, illness, ’ distress, cardiac arrest
CARDIAC ARREST
Psychological distress is common in patients who survive a cardiac arrest (CA) and their family members [Whereas associations of CA survivors’ distress, and PTSS in particular, with health and well-being is more established, the contribution of family members’ distress to CA survivors’ outcomes is not well understood. Dyadic Disruption Theory (DDT) [ICU diaries comprise notes written by nursing staff, other medical personnel, family, and/or friends, and are intended to help survivors understand their illness, increase involvement in treatment, and improve mental health and well-being [This pilot randomized controlled trial (RCT) tested the feasibility of the 