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Drudge-ology 101: McCain, Obama and Media Bias - The Fix. Play the electoral outcome prediction game. (The Drudge Report)
Seminars offer details about post-traumatic stress Sep 18, 2008
PTSD and traumatic brain injury were cited as the two conditions most prevalent among returning servicemen and women ... Diagnosing PTSD may require a physician to look beyond the outward comments from a veteran ... Webster said vets will often say they are fine when suffering from depression or other PTSD symptoms. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
When Healing Hurts Sep 18, 2008
But PTSD didn't come into formal use until 1980, when severe psychological symptoms were seen in Vietnam veterans ... Almost anyone who had been exposed to severe stress or a traumatic eventsurviving a tsunami, living through a terrorist attackcould experience PTSD. Typically, patients re-experience their trauma as flashbacks and nightmares and often have trouble sleeping ... A less obvious cause of PTSD, in the journal General Hospital Psychiatry, involves the experience of being... (Slate)
NAMI Fund for Hurricanes Gustav & Ike Disaster Relief to Help People with Mental Illnesses Sep 17, 2008
In weeks, months and years ahead, residents of affected areas, especially children, may struggle with anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For survivors of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the impact of the latest storms may be especially acute. (PR Newswire)
Stress Disorder Affects 20% of Intensive Care Patients Sep 17, 2008
The review authors concluded that the trauma of an ICU stay can trigger PTSD symptoms and negatively affect a person's quality of life after they leave the hospital. In studies that used questionnaires to evaluate patients' symptoms, 22 percent of former ICU patients developed PTSD symptoms ... In studies that relied on clinician diagnosis, 19 percent of former ICU patients developed PTSD symptoms, the review found. (Health-Finder)
Small town vs. big city Sep 16, 2008
But, he says, less than 12 per cent of people who face disasters such as these or more common ones like divorce, the death of a loved one or the various family dramas shared in this column develop that zeitgeisty four-letter word: PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) ... But, dear commenter, while it's obvious which side of the PTSD-PTG split you would fall on, how did you get to seemingly have no problems in the first place. (Globe and Mail)
Ailments follow survivors Sep 13, 2008
9/11 survivors troubled by asthma, PTSD - CNN.com ... 9/11 survivors troubled by asthma, PTSD ... Survivors reported higher levels of PTSD and respiratory problems such as asthma. (CNN -- International)
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Patient age ranged from 57-70 yrs old & all patients had war-related PTSD. In each case, the patient had a history of PTSD that was under fairly good control until the onset of cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer s or Dementia. Memory Performance in Older Trauma Survivors: Implications for the Longitudinal Course of PTSD: To view article, search on the title ... These alterations may put trauma survivors with PTSD at greater risk for cognitive decline in later life. (International Herald Tribune)
Letters to the editor Sep 13, 2008
CURIOUS wrote on Sep 12, 2008 12:54 PM:" JULES; Where do you get your "info" about the prisoners at Gitmo? Really think they get all that? Dream on! McCain VOTED FOR THE TORTURE BILL. He hired for Palin, the same Bush cronies and helpers (some of whom were involved in Bushe's attacks against him about his wife and child), Eskew, Schmitt, Wallace, Comilla, Poritt...... If the Dems had worn those buttens about Palin as the Republicans did, you would be screaming your head off.......as to your... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Disabled vets redeploy to Beijing Paralympics Sep 12, 2008
There is a crying need for the VA to have really good screening and treatment programs for traumatic brain injury, PTSD all kinds of health care and mental and physical health treatments. Ten million dollars can go a long way toward helping a lot more people than a relative few who might be Olympic athletes. (MSNBC -- International)
Study Questions Common Knee Surgery For Osteoarthritis Sep 12, 2008
By Anna Boyd 08:40, September 12th 2008. Arthroscopic knee surgery is no better than exercise, physiotherapy and painkillers for people suffering from osteoarthritis, new Canadian research shows. (eFluxMedia)
9/11 survivors troubled by asthma, PTSD Sep 12, 2008
Survivors reported higher levels of PTSD and respiratory problems such as asthma ... According to their report, there were also glimmers of good news: New diagnoses of the autoimmune disorder sarcoidosis, which were elevated among responding firefighters early on, are now back to pre-September 11 rates; early symptoms for PTSD resolved quickly for most people; and any impact on birth outcomes was small in magnitude ... Freed believes that she was lucky in that she was "too busy" to develop PTSD;... (CNN)
Iraq war veteran to speak about lack of mental health support Sep 12, 2008
""Less than half of those 300,000 veterans have received care for depression or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to the study, signaling significant problems with the U.S. mental healthcare system. "http://articles.latimes.com/2008/apr/18/nation/na-stress18 ". (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
9/11's Health Effects Lingered for Years Sep 12, 2008
Two to three years after 9/11, 3 percent of all adult enrollees reported they'd developed new asthma, 16 percent had post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and 8 percent had severe psychological distress, according to the study, published in the Journal of Urban Health. Rescue and recovery workers who worked on the debris pile had the highest rate of new asthma (6 percent), while the PTSD rate was highest among injured (35 percent), low-income (31 percent) and Hispanic (30 percent) enrollees ...... (MEDLINEplus)
Sept. 11 attacks left 70,000 with stress disorder Sep 11, 2008
PTSD, asthma among common complaintsThe new data suggests that 35,000 to 70,000 people developed post-traumatic stress syndrome and 3,800 to 12,600 may have asthma. The data was extrapolated from 71,437 participants, 16 percent of whom likely had post-traumatic stress disorder. (MSNBC -- Health)
Study: 70K May Suffer Post-9/11 Stress Disorder Sep 11, 2008
City health officials said that of the estimated 400,000 people believed to have been heavily exposed to pollution from the disaster, the data suggests that between 35,000 and 70,000 developed PTSD. Also, 3,800 to 12,600 may have developed asthma. Half of the respondents said they had been in the dust cloud from the collapsing towers, 70 percent witness a traumatic sight and 13 percent sustained an injury that day. (KSBW 8, CA)
Turn on the charm, baby! Sep 11, 2008
When you will not support the men and women that have been sent recklessly to war and their efforts for recovery in coming home with PTSD, low wages, and unaffordable education benefits - I am sorry, but you are no longer honorable. John McCain has served his country and still wears the scars for his efforts, but that does not absolve him of his current crimes against humanity and his support of an administration that does the same. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Army suicide rate could top nation's this year Sep 11, 2008
Foster a better understanding of suitable medications for depression, PTSD and suicidal behavior. Share this on. (CNN -- US)
Sept. 11 Left 70,000 With Stress Disorder Sep 11, 2008
New Data Show Thousands Developed PTSD After Attacks, As Many As 12,600 Have Asthma ... Of the estimated 400,000 people believed to have been heavily exposed to pollution from the disaster, data suggests that 35,000 00001848 to 70,000 people developed PTSD and 3,800 to 12,600 may have developed asthma, city health officials said ... New Data Show Thousands Developed PTSD After Attacks, As Many As 12,600 Have Asthma. (CBS News -- US)
9/11's Psychological Scars Slowly Healing Sep 11, 2008 National study finds post-traumatic stress disorder common among injured patients Sep 11, 2008 Suicide Rates Higher Among Young Male Veterans Sep 11, 2008 Video| Read story Sep 11, 2008 National Sports Center for the Disabled Receives Prestigious Award From Paralyzed Veterans of America Sep 10, 2008 Russell Andrew Reeves Sep 10, 2008 Sallisaw man wants drug court for troubled vets Sep 9, 2008 A change for real Sep 9, 2008 Soldier Kills Fort Hood Officer, Then Himself After Shootout With Police Sep 9, 2008 UK faces mental-health time bomb when troops return, warns McNab Sep 9, 2008 Health glance - 9-8-2008 Sep 8, 2008 Thinking out loud: Venting might not be helpful Sep 3, 2008 Number of ex-servicemen in jail nearly doubles in four years Sep 1, 2008 Jails 'hold 8,500 ex-servicemen' Aug 31, 2008 El Paso Braces For Influx Of Soldiers With PTSD Aug 30, 2008 Three Years Post-Katrina, New Orleans Faces Healthcare Crisis and Braces for Gustav Aug 29, 2008 Durham's VA hospital to expand Aug 29, 2008 Obama meets privately with family about PTSD Aug 28, 2008 Obama stumps Billings (27) Aug 28, 2008 Family of soldier who killed himself to meet with Obama (13) Aug 28, 2008 Get tough with negligent employers, too Aug 28, 2008 Free Counseling Available to Return... Aug 28, 2008 In Billings, Obama blames GOP for veteran troubles Aug 28, 2008 Politics Blog: Hillary Responds To Ad Aug 26, 2008 Anticonvulsants, CFS/ME and FM Aug 26, 2008 On Your Mind Aug 25, 2008 Help put vets to work Aug 23, 2008 Bill would aid young violent-crime witnesses Aug 23, 2008 Guard finalizes post-deployment mental health plans Aug 21, 2008 Investigation reveals troubled Wyo. soldier Aug 21, 2008 Guard reaches goals for addressing PTSD Aug 20, 2008 DNC McCain Watch: McCain Rhetoric Vs. McCain Record: Supporting Our Veterans Aug 19, 2008 McCain Plans Rally for 10,000 After Obama Speech... Aug 19, 2008 Local briefs Aug 18, 2008 For Your Benefit Aug 18, 2008 Liberia's stain of violence affects so many Aug 17, 2008 The healing power of forgiveness Aug 17, 2008 Marines turn to Greek plays for PTSD Aug 15, 2008 Multiple deployments raise mental health risks Aug 15, 2008 Alcohol abuse a risk for returning soldiers Aug 14, 2008 Reserve, National Guard At Higher Risk Of Alcohol-related Problems After Returning From Combat Aug 14, 2008 Drinking Problems Greater among Returning Combat Veterans Aug 14, 2008 Emory study of former child soldiers yields new data to guide mental health interventions Aug 14, 2008 MOAA & USNI Host Wounded Warrior Defense Forum in D.C. Aug 13, 2008 MILITARY: When the war comes home Aug 13, 2008 Study: Guard, Reserve more likely to drink Aug 13, 2008 Linn County deputies seize marijuana plants (17) Aug 11, 2008 Ghosts in the Machine Aug 11, 2008 Why Most People Are Not Psychopathi... Aug 10, 2008 Editor's Mailbag (Aug. 6) Aug 9, 2008 Our view: The walking wounded Aug 8, 2008 PTSD tied to early death from heart disease Aug 7, 2008 Volunteers Wife For Topless Contest? Aug 6, 2008 Mothers who feel blue aren't alone Aug 6, 2008 Pentagon Shells Out $300M to Study Shell-Shock Aug 6, 2008 DNC: Will Thune Support McCain's Plan to Ration Veterans' Health Care? Aug 5, 2008 Person of interest named in bank heist ... Motorcyclist killed in crash identified ... \'Prank\' results in probation revocation ... Strangulation case headed to trial ... Drowning victim found in river ... 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But rescue workers and others directly affected may have triple the rate of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than background levels, she added ... "So, we anticipate today that many people are still suffering from PTSD, in part because perhaps they're not seeking care. One characteristic of PTSD is avoidance of the issue. People often take a year to step forward and really seek care." ... A new report from the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Registry, just published in the Journal of Public... (Health-Finder)
70K May Have Post-Sept. 11 Stress Disorder Sep 11, 2008
Of the estimated 400,000 people believed to have been heavily exposed to pollution from the disaster, data suggests that 35,000 to 70,000 people developed PTSD and 3,800 to 12,600 may have developed asthma, city health officials said. They include rescue and recovery workers, lower Manhattan residents, area workers, commuters and passers-by. (Click2Houston, TX)
PTSD linked to substantial functional impairment including difficulties returning to work ... They also found that injured patients diagnosed with PTSD or depression were six times more likely to not have returned to work in the year following the injury ... Smaller scale investigations in acute care medical settings suggest that evidence-based psychotherapy and collaborative care interventions can reduce the symptoms of PTSD and related conditions among injured trauma survivors. (EurekAlert!)
The recommendations include improved efforts for the VAs screening for suicide among veterans with depression or post-traumatic stress disorder, and also improved efforts to prescribe suitable medications for depression, PTSD and suicidal behaviour. 2007 - 2008 - eFluxMedia Tags: , , Share the News. (eFluxMedia)
In one of the studies, 16 of 20 patients no longer showed signs of PTSD after 10 sessions with the Virtual Iraq computer simulation, said Albert Skip Rizzo, a psychologist who developed the program at the University of Southern California's Institute for Creative Technologies ... Commonly called PTSD. ... Untreated, PTSD can lead to depression, alcoholism, drug abuse and reckless or suicidal behavior. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
DENVER, Sept. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) and their "Salute to Troops" program was recently awarded the Schweikert Award by the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) at the 2008 PVA annual conference in Portland, OR. The NSCD sponsored "Salute to Troops" invites men and women from the armed forces who have suffered amputation, PTSD, vision loss and brain injury to explore and enhance their physical, cognitive, social and emotional skills by engaging in... (PR Newswire)
He strove to deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), with the help of his loving sister, Aleshia Rohrer (Husband; Steve, daughter; Grace), who lived in nearby San Diego. Family and friends attempted to help Russell re-acclimate to normal life, with temporary successes. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
While many can easily integrate back into their old lives, other soldiers may suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and depression ... He also has several friends affected by PTSD and from trauma in combat ... Sprouse indicated that if the veterans court is addressing the underlying issue, like PTSD, they would be not just treating the symptom, but the real issue. (Sallisaw Sequoyah County Times, OK)
" Draft dodgers don't. I see YOU don't know anything about it, Eds. It has been reported that McSame received preferential treatment after he "rolled" and supplied the enemy with data. The reason he chose to stay imprisoned rather than return home when the offer was made after only a year in captivity was because of political implications, not heroism or loyalty. He was high value and his dad was higher. Coming home after only a year would have have big time negative implications for the... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Sounds like he had issues beyond Iraq and PTSD. At any rate, I am sorry for both families of the two soldiers. Posted by: Tony Montana Location: Killeen, TX on Sep 8, 2008 at 09:56 PM Once again another case of a soldier having major issues. (KWTX.com, TX)
"McNab said the military were doing their bit to help service personnel when they leave, but they were restricted by funds."The system says once they (service personnel] leave, they are within the NHS system. There is this time bomb and the NHS won't be able to cope with it," he added.The survey also revealed that three-quarters of people thought the UK should celebrate the return of troops from deployments with public parades like those seen in the US.Shadow defence secretary Dr Liam Fox said... (Scotsman)
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In particular, they had lower risk of symptoms of PTSD, Seery says. Not wanting to talk didn t predict any negative effects or delayed reaction. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Many ex-servicemen in jail show evidence of untreated post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... In the vast majority of the 70-plus case studies it collected, the ex-serviceman had served in either the Gulf or Afghanistan and was showing evidence of untreated post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... Robust systems are in place to treat and prevent PTSD and other stress disorders. (Daily Mail)
Robust systems are in place to treat and prevent PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) and other stress disorders. " The MoD said counselling was always available to personnel, troops had briefings before and after postings, there were six mental health therapy pilot schemes, and veterans could have free assessments. The Ministry of Justice said prisoners were given support in addressing the issues which led to their behaviour. Bookmark with: LATEST STORIES PRISON LIFE BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS... (BBC News)
EL PASO, Texas -- The program director for El Paso's Mental Health, Mental Retardation Center said Friday more and more returning soldiers are suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. Also known as combat fatigue, PTSD can develop after witnessing a traumatic event ... Friday, MHMR hosted a seminar examining ways of dealing with the growing number of soldiers with PTSD. ... With thousands more soldiers heading to Fort Bliss, experts believe the number of PTSD cases is only... (KFOXTV.com, TX)
-- Cecile Tebo, NOLA Police Dept. Crisis Unit Administrator: Saw an increase in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide following the storm, yet there were no psychiatric beds for two years with the closure of Charity Hospital -- the second-largest public hospital in the nation. She reports that there's been little improvement. (PR Newswire)
The second floor of the addition will house mental health facilities, which are needed to deal with brain injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD.. PTSD has become much more of a circumstance veterans are willing to talk with us about, says Dave Rainy, a Department of Veterans Affairs communications officer. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Recently, the Montana National Guard formed a PTSD task force, and implemented more than a dozen changes in its policies in an effort to address PTSD and traumatic brain injuries in returning soldiers. A key initiative in the new plan is to screen all returning soldiers every six months for two years after their tour of duty, Kuntz said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Almost no other state has a higher concentration of veterans than Montana or more obstacles to getting treatment for PTSD, Obama told a crowd of vets and military families at Riverfront Park. We re not doing right by our veterans, not here in Montana and not anywhere in the country, he said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
The Guard responded by forming a PTSD task force. Just last week, after more than a year of study and exploration, the Guard announced it had implemented more than a dozen changes to its system in an effort to address PTSD and traumatic brain injury in returning soldiers. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Michael T. wrote on Aug 24, 2008 4:14 PM:" And for those sympatizers that feel they should be allowed her, can someone explain this to me. If they love America so much and are willing to steal an ID, why is there a house on the corner of 32nd and Jackson that flies an Mexican flag instead of an American flag. It will be a laugher for me when an Iraqi vet returns and his PTSD kicks in and he kicks the crap out of them for not caring enough to fly the American flag his buddies died for. Okay, it... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Soldiers and Vets who served in Iraq or Afghanistan and their family members have free counseling and PTSD treatment available from non-profit organizations. Non-Profit organizations are offering free treatment to returned Iraq/Afghanistan veterans and their families. (Suite101.com)
Chris Dana, a Montana National Guard veteran suffering from PTSD who committed suicide in March 2007, several months after returning from Iraq. Dana's stepbrother, Matt Kuntz, became a vocal advocate for better treatment of PTSD after Dana's death. (Missoulian, MT)
As did thousands of people who are today living on the streets, abandoned to their PTSD and dark dreams. Where is their "thank you" from a grateful country. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
It may also help refractory cases of chronic pain and PTSD.. Clonazepam (Klonopin). (Suite101.com)
TO New Resident wrote on Aug 24, 2008 12:39 PM:" If U don't like it here, MOVE. Dogs R cleaner than most humans. My 11 year old son sees people all the time in the restroom that fail to wash after they go. Nasty. If I can get a service dog so easily, please do tell me how...i'd love one! I've got bad knees & fibromyalgia & oh yeah, I've been known to suffer from depression from time to time when the military sends my husband on missions, sounds like I should qualify really easily according to... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
This Web site is your link to information and tools to help returning service members affected by TBI and/or PTSD succeed in the workplace -- particularly service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. John S. King IIIFresno. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Dierke's school was featured a year ago in Chronicle stories on PTSD. ... At one downtown Los Angeles high school, a screening of 90 freshmen found that 82 percent experienced traumatic events, including knife and gun violence, and 43 percent of those students had PTSD, Escudero said. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The committee to deal with PTSD was created shortly after the March 2007 suicide of Chris Dana, an Iraq war veteran from Helena ... "PTSD is something that has inflicted our military since the dawn of history," Mosley said. (Havre Daily News, MT)
The report also states that a "review of Sgt. Lopez's medical records (showed) there were no indicators of post-traumatic stress disorder and he was not prescribed any medication for PTSD.". Lopez had served in Iraq and Afghanistan before returning to Fort Bragg. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
It ll be focused on reintegration, marriage enrichment, child and youth services, and the signs and symptoms of PTSD, to give them the tools they need to seek assistance. Reporter : 447-4086 or. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
"Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain appeared Tuesday to suggest rationing of veterans' health care may be needed so combat veterans can receive the care they deserve." [Army Times, 7/23/08] McCain: "We Need To Concentrate Our Efforts To Handle Those Wounds And Disabilities That Are Directly The Result Of Combat." During a town hall meeting in Rochester, New Hampshire, McCain spoke about healthcare for veterans and said, "So here's my idea, and it's not originated with me, but... (PR Newswire)
McCain will finally snap and the PTSD will be readily apparent to all. Posted by: | Aug 18, 2008 1:18:47 PM. (The Drudge Report)
The study suggests that veterans use alcohol or drugs to self-medicate to deal with symptoms of PTSD or other psychological disorders. The 24-hour helpline can be reached at 866-554-4927. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
This 12-week educational program provides current information about illnesses of the brain and their treatment, and includes sections on schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorder, PTSD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder and addictive disorders. A second track is the Family Support Group. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Symptoms of depression, PTSD and thoughts of suicide were higher among former combatants than non-combatants, and higher among those who experienced sexual violence than those who did not ... Seventy-four percent of female former combatants who experienced sexual violence had symptoms of PTSD, compared with 44 percent who did not experience sexual violence ... Among male former combatants, 81 percent who experienced sexual violence had symptoms of PTSD, compared with 46 percent who did not... (AlertNet)
Witvliet also made headlines with a study of forgiveness involving 213 Vietnam military veterans experiencing post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Her team found that vets who had trouble with forgiveness experienced more problems with PTSD.. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
PTSD treatment a priority, making identifying and treating troops a priority ... Textbook casesIn the first-of-its kind readings for military personnel, Doerries said he selected the two plays because they were textbook cases of PTSD, even though the Greeks didn't have a term for it. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
More time in Iraq means heavier exposure to violence, which leads more soldiers to develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression, Castro told the psychology meeting. By their third tour to Iraq, more than a quarter of soldiers show signs of mental problems, such as PTSD, and it's about 1 out of 3 for those exposed to heavy combat, according to a U.S. Army Surgeon General report in March on more than 2,000 soldiers. (USA Today -- News)
But months later, Guardsmen and Reservists "reported substantially higher rates of interpersonal conflict, PTSD, depression, and overall mental health risk," the study notes ... PTSD can lead to alcohol abuse, if untreated. (Chicago Tribune)
Substance abuse is strongly associated with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other psychological disorders that may occur after stressful and traumatic events, such as those connected with war ... Those with PTSD and depression were at increased odds of new-onset and continued alcohol-related problems at follow-up. (Science Daily)
The Aug. 13 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association is a special themed issue on violence and human rights, and three studies published in that issue found that various mental health issues, such as alcohol misuse and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), were more common after exposure to violent conflicts ... In both groups, researchers found higher rates of PTSD symptoms and depression. (MEDLINEplus)
Former child soldiers in Nepal are more than twice as likely to suffer from symptoms of depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as Nepali children who experienced war trauma as civilians, according to a study led by Brandon Kohrt, an Emory University graduate student ... And 55 percent of the former child soldiers had levels of PTSD that warranted mental health interventions, compared to 20 percent of the other children ... The risk of PTSD was especially high for girls who had been... (EurekAlert!)
At the Forum, key uniformed service and Administration leaders, legislators, health care providers, and wounded warriors and family members will join fellow concerned professionals to discuss subjects such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and progress to date on various pilot projects to improve programs and support for wounded warriors ... "From our distinguished speakers including Senate Armed Services Committee chairman Carl Levin, Deputy Secretary of... (PR Newswire)
"PTSD is like any other severe wound," she said. "Time is part of the prescription.". (North County Times)
Alcohol abuse, PTSD and depression haunt some combat soldiers. CHICAGO, Illinois (AP) -- National Guard and Reserve combat troops in Iraq and Afghanistan are more likely to develop drinking problems than active-duty soldiers, a new military study suggests. (CNN -- US)
It offers pain relief, appetite increase, nausea relief, athritis, PTSD and a host of other ailments. Let's start telling the truth about marijuana. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Last year, were diagnosed with PTSD. And that's the lowest score among the armed services. to of all military personnel are estimated to have developed symptoms of PTSD or depression. (Slate)
Soldiers who are forced to kill others often suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) later on, while soldiers in dangerous areas who are not forced to kill are no more likely to acquire PTSD than those who never leave home in the first place. Only by viewing opponents as subhuman can the non-psychopathic person kill without remorse. (Suite101.com)
A medical breakthrough out of carefully documented tests and research now shows (in one study, 70 percent) successful treatment for recovery from drug and alcohol (AND meth) dependency, ALSO remedy from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, (PTSD, afflicting more than half of the Oregon Guards returned from Iraq), AND successful management therapy for 'normal' livelihoods among sufferers of other (e ... Current studies are focusing on psychedelic treatments for cluster headaches, depression,... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
New studies on PTSD, brain injuries hold promise for Iraq-Afghanistan veterans ... The Pentagon is spending an unprecedented $300 million this summer to start extensive research on the PTSD and TBI with the money going to 171 research projects, according to USA Today ... Finding new ways to deliver therapy to PTSD victims living in remote areas and reducing the stigma that many veterans feel and which prevents them from seeking help. (Florida Today)
PTSD may cause early death from heart disease ... In the study, veterans who experienced PTSD were roughly twice as likely to die from heart disease during follow up as veterans without PTSD. ... Until now, the evidence linking PTSD with cardiovascular disease was inconclusive, "but this study confirms that PTSD is a major cause of heart disease," Dr. Joseph Boscarino told Reuters Health. (MSNBC -- Health)
Older guy, a 'Nam vet, ex-POW, has PTSD, years of political experience, has a beautiful wife whose family owns a brewery, sons are in the service in Iraq. hmmmmmmm. (The Drudge Report)
There's another, more controversial finding in the Childbirth Connection study -- nearly 9 percent of those surveyed experienced birth-related post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, which generally affects combat veterans and crime victims. Dr. Cheryl Beck, a professor at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing and an adviser to the study, said research has found that a difficult or violent labor -- where a mother might think she or her baby will die, along with lack of communication... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gregory O'Shanick, national medical director for the Brain Injury Association of America, says the funding initiative is "without a doubt an all-time high" for spending by the government on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). He says civilian victims will benefit directly from the military studies. (ABC News)
Army Times, 7/23/08] McCain: "We Need To Concentrate Our Efforts To Handle Those Wounds And Disabilities That Are Directly The Result Of Combat." During a town hall meeting in Rochester, New Hampshire, McCain spoke about healthcare for veterans and said, "So here's my idea, and it's not originated with me, but I've consulted with so many others who are here. Look, we need to concentrate our efforts to handle those wounds and those disabilities that are directly the result of combat. We need to... (PR Newswire)
Front Line aims to help veterans survive PTSD. Joe Kline/Idaho State Journal POCATELLO Michael Nazario is hoping the post-traumatic stress disorder he suffers from as a result of his time in the Marines helps him connect with fellow veterans and their families in a program he's started that's not available anywhere else in Idaho. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Back before the war and PTSD became a political issue, most of the mental problems could be summed up as homesick. Now when an 18-year-old kid misses his girlfriend and does something stupid, it is blamed on the stresses of war. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Gregory O'Shanick, national medical director for the Brain Injury Association of America, says the funding initiative is "without a doubt an all-time high" for spending by the government on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) ... The Pentagon also will target new ways of delivering therapy to PTSD victims living in remote areas of the USA and reducing the stigma that can keep victims from seeking help, she says ... 8 million this year to study battlefield... (USA Today)
In addition, a recent study from the RAND Corp. reported one in five combat veterans suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or depression ... Besides his hearing problems, he shows signs of PTSD and has severe back problems ... PTSD symptoms after his second tour, when Dunne was near a suicide bomb explosion. (USA Today)
PTSD support groupWomen with relatives suffering combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder can join a support group that will show them how to deal with their loved ones' symptoms relating to this chronic condition. The support group meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at 2557 S. Arizona Ave., Suite C.. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Screenings give counselors a chance to help detect problems like Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD.. "We came home about the first of June and the experience I had with the reintegration has been fantastic," said Keith Hughes of the 126th Aviation Regiment. (R News)
"On the third deployment, 20 percent of those deployed are likely to develop PTSD," she said. "Often counselors are not trained to detect symptoms of PTSD. We want to put in place a program that will work with college officials to understand what they're seeing when they see it and then how to deal with it.". (Boston Globe)
In particular, they had lower risk of symptoms of PTSD, Seery says. Not wanting to talk didn t predict any negative effects or delayed reaction. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
The VA request for research and developmental proposals includes information such as cognitive dysfunction, mood and anxiety disorders, post traumatic stress disorders (PTSD), depression, post traumatic epilepsy, blast related vision and hearing deficits, chronic pain, substance abuse, sleep disturbances and suicidal tendencies. The VA said in its announcement that because of high-pressure waves, shrapnel and acceleration/deceleration injuries from explosive devices, many soldiers are not fully... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
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