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August 30, 2014
by Cathy England, MA

understanding post traumatic stress disorderin returning combat veterans

Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Returning Combat Veterans

August 30, 2014 04:55 by Cathy England, MA  [About the Author]

understanding post traumatic stress disorderin returning combat veterans
The United States is currently involved in a number of combat situations in the Middle East, particularly in Iraq and Afghanistan. There is increasing awareness among researchers and mental health professionals that there are a number of health and mental health problems that returning veterans are experiencing in their return from combat. Many returning veterans are presenting to medical professionals with emotional distress that is primarily being attributed to their experiences in these violent situations. Researchers are beginning to analyze what this means for this demographic, and how to best assist them in navigating the difficulties that they are experiencing. [More]