Volunteers Sought for Study on New Treatment for PTSD

The number of active-duty military and veterans diagnosed with PTSD continues to climb, and to this point, there hasn’t been a very promising treatment plan. That may be changing soon, as a ...

Study Shows Possible Connection Between Concussions & PTSD in Veterans

The men and women fighting for our freedom often come home with various ailments, but one of the most dreaded is PTSD. While physical injuries heal over time, post-traumatic stress disorder is ...

Recognizing PTSD

Today’s veteran faces a range of physical and psychological injuries that have lasting, if not permanent, effects. While Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is somewhat familiar, it is becoming ...

3 New Attempts to Help With PTSD: PAWS, Massage and Medical Marijuana

The PAWS Act, aka, Puppies Assisting Wounded Service members is a Bill being introduced by Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer. Studies have proven that animal combined with therapy may result in:

PTSD: Recognizing it and Seeking Help

While Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is not limited to military veterans, it is a condition many veterans returning from war experience. It is important to never brush aside these symptoms, ...

What is PTSD and Why You May Have It

PTSD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, is not always associated with a physical injury. It occurs after being involved in a trauma, meaning something horrendous, scaring or shocking. Being involved in ...

Brain Injury Can Hurt Employment Prospects for Veterans

Veterans who have suffered a traumatic brain injury during combat are much less likely to find a job when they return home, compared to veterans who did not suffer an injury.

Research Finds Association between PTSD and Heart Disease

Veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD, have a much higher risk of developing heart disease, compared to veterans without this mental disorder.

President Obama to Sign Veteran Suicide Prevention Bill

Veteran suicide is getting more attention from the federal administration. The President is joining hands with government leaders, lawmakers and others to spotlight the high rate of suicides among ...

Vets with PTSD, Brain Injury Combination Have Poor Outcomes

Veterans who suffer from Post traumatic Brain Injury and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder have poor outcomes, compared to those persons who only suffer from one of the conditions.

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