A new series of mental health clinics for veterans have opened in an effort to fill a perceived gap in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) system. Over the past three years, the VA has been criticized for long appointment…
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Concussions may expose troops to greater PTSD risk
A new study has found soldiers who suffer a concussion or other forms of brain injury are more likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The findings provide concrete evidence for the long-suspected link between traumatic brain injury (TBI) and…
How mindfulness training can help veterans with PTSD
Veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often face challenges when trying to manage their symptoms. Traumatic memories keep replaying in their minds in a continuous loop, according to researchers. Traditional forms of treatment may not always prove effective for…
Veterans face chances of PTS recurring years after combat
New research sheds light on the lingering effects that post-traumatic stress (PTS) can have on veterans long after they have returned home from deployment. A study of 1,007 Dutch soldiers has found that PTS symptoms among Afghanistan veterans spiked in…
Child Custody and The Military- The Case of E.U and J.E
Going through a divorce is definitely not one of the easiest experiences for many, and add issues of child custody to it and the marriage becomes even more stressful. Now add that stress to a parent who is in the…
Veteran embarks on cross-country trek to raise awareness for PTSD
British army veteran Neil Davis is walking across the country to raise awareness about the help needed for military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Davis arrived in the United States from Manchester, England, on July 29. He kicked…
Tagged with: Afghanistan, Cape Cod, Neil Davis, PTSD, United States, Veterans Affairs, Wounded Warrior Project
Veteran embarks on cross-country trek to raise awareness for PTSD
British army veteran Neil Davis is walking across the country to raise awareness about the help needed for military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Davis arrived in the United States from Manchester, England, on July 29. He kicked…
Tagged with: Afghanistan, Cape Cod, Neil Davis, PTSD, United States, Veterans Affairs, Wounded Warrior Project
Study links PTSD to higher sleep apnea risk in veterans
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine indicates that veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are at an increased risk of developing sleep apnea. Some PTSD symptoms include nightmares, heightened emotional reactions and negative changes in mood.…
Study links PTSD to higher sleep apnea risk in veterans
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine indicates that veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are at an increased risk of developing sleep apnea. Some PTSD symptoms include nightmares, heightened emotional reactions and negative changes in mood.…
Vietnam Veteran Dies Following Do Not Resuscitate Error
A Vietnam veteran died at the Sacramento VA Medical Center in October. A “do not resuscitate” (DNR) armband was incorrectly placed on the patient, but the Veterans Administration (VA) said that the error did not contribute to the death. Family…
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