Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Treating PTSD - Types of Therapy for Combat Vets
Treating PTSD can benefit Afghanistan and Iraq war veterans and their families. There are several types of effective PTSD therapies for combat veterans. more...
Combat PTSD and Iraq War Soldiers
It is hoped that Afghanistan & Iraq war soldiers will use this article to think through some reasons for treating - or not treating - their PTSD, anxiety and depression. more...
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The perception of PTSD as nothing more than "battle fatigue" is a thing of the past in American society. Or is it? more...
Playing Tetris May Reduce PTSD Flashbacks
By:
Jennifer Copley
New research suggests that playing Tetris shortly after experiencing traumatic events may reduce the likelihood of experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder flashbacks. more...
Free Counseling Available to Returning Soldiers
By: Catherine A. Garretson-Bilnoski
Soldiers and Vets who served in Iraq or Afghanistan and their family members have free counseling and PTSD treatment available from non-profit organizations. more...
By:
Barbara Melville
Could taking propranolol after a frightening or shocking event help prevent PTSD? This article introduces the idea of "therapeutic forgetting". more...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
By: Sarah Stauffer
This article will provide an overview on this mental disorder. more...
Signs of Post Traumatic Stress
Once called shell shock, post traumatic stress now includes rape and assault victims. Symptoms are varied; treatment includes psychotherapy, support groups, & medication. more...
Surviving Post Traumatic Stress
Feelings of helplessness & loss of control are signs of post traumatic stress disorder, which can be caused by earthquakes, wars, floods, or even child abuse. more...
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