If you were to ask random strangers, “What is the most important organ in the human body,” what answers do you think you might get? Many people would say the heart and lungs, but for most it would probably be the brain. The brain’s role is central
Read more →The PTSD Workbook: Simple, Effective Techniques for Overcoming Traumatic Stress Symptoms [Paperback]
In The PTSD Workbook, two psychologists and trauma experts gather together techniques and interventions used by PTSD experts from around the world to offer trauma survivors the most effective tools available to conquer their most distressing trauma-related symptoms. Readers learn how to determine the type of trauma they
Read more →More and more Veterans are using smart phones to access the Internet. To increase convenience and address this trend, VA has made it possible for Veterans to access post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) information in mobile-friendly formats: mobile-friendly website content, mobile self-help apps and “treatment companion” apps. Mobile
Read more →Tips for Treating Chronic Symptomatic Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) has been described as the “signature wound” of the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Modern body armor has greatly enhanced a warrior’s chance of survival after sustaining a TBI. However, with increased awareness and screening measures, mild TBI — otherwise known as concussion
Read more →Mindfulness meditation could help ease post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms among war veterans, according to a new study. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/05/mindfulness-ptsd-symptoms-war-related-combat_n_3187437.html?utm_hp_ref=healthy-living
Read more →We all learned a lot in recent years about the dangers of head injuries from contact sports like football. We now know that a hard hit can cause brain damage that only becomes apparent after an athlete’s playing days are over. Football is violent, no doubt, but
Read more →Active-duty military members suffering from PTSD and traumatic brain injuries made these masks in an art therapy group at the National Intrepid Center of Excellence, located at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md. http://www.cbsnews.com/2300-504803_162-10016706.html
Read more →Last year I was diagnosed with paranoia features to go along with PTSD. The significance resounds in the impact it has on my relationships and self imposed isolation. I fight unreasonable and persistent thoughts of not being able to trust anyone, especially those in authority and closest
Read more →Traumatic Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Tips for Families, Friends and Caregivers
Living with or caring for someone who suffers from PTSD or a TBI? Two new pamphlets from Journeyworks Publishing offer important tips for families and caregivers coping with these unique injuries. Santa Cruz, CA (PRWEB) April 22, 2013 Whether the injury is physical or mental, the world
Read more →VIETNAM veteran Roland Olivier has been plagued by suicidal thoughts every day since he was a boy. But at the age of 68, he finally feels free to live his life. Things turned around for Mr Olivier soon after he started taking part in a pilot study
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