Guardian Encore gives vets a chance to open up through music
Brian Freeman served in the Army from 2002-2015, and early on, he lost a few friends in combat. PTSD emerged in the form of anxiety and depression, and trudging on…
Why every veteran should take up archery
Archery is an activity that has been around for centuries and has been used for various purposes, including hunting and combat. However, in recent years, it has gained popularity as…
3 up-and-coming outdoor therapy nonprofits for veterans
Veteran suicide rates are not getting any better. There are more than 45,000 veteran and military-focused nonprofits in the United States. With this huge number, we would expect the veteran…
How the memory of her Vietnam Veteran father inspires VA psychologist’s suicide prevention work
**This article discusses suicide prevention and treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, dial 988 for immediate and confidential help. As suicide numbers continue…
Vet Tix isn’t just tickets to shows and games, it’s a chance for veterans and service members to really transition
While Master Sgt. Jeffrey Williams was in the Army; he became a squad leader in the 75th Ranger Regiment and served nine tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. He also happened…
Retired SEAC touts Emory Healthcare Veterans Program
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These are some of the latest (and strangest) PTSD treatments
As long as there have been wars there have been soldiers dealing with the after-effects of what they’ve seen or done during these events. But it’s only in recent generations…
4 ways veterans can promote their mental health
It is becoming increasingly clear that returning from military service with invisible psychological wounds is a common occurrence. Recent research suggests around 20% of veterans experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress…
Through celebrating the life of a sister and comrade, Army vets begin to heal
Marisol Heredia was an adventurous young woman who was full of life, and while her free-spirited way had to be tempered when joining the military, she assimilated herself into a…
This is why ‘shell shock’ was redefined as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Shell shock was a term that Dr. Charles Myers came up with in 1916 that referred to the stress that the soldier suffered through during World War II. Initially, numerous…