The unfair treatment of Veterans, and discrimination against Veterans with PTSD in particular, continues to plague workplaces across America. Many industries are questionable at best when it comes to their hiring practices, and some employers are unfortunately ignorant, willingly or unwillingly, to the laws protecting Veterans. If you’ve served in the military, you know how … [Read more...]
How To Use the National Center for PTSD As a Veteran
If you have recently been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or have other questions about getting a diagnosis, one of the most important things you’ll do is gather information to help support you in getting proper treatment. One of the best places for Vets to get support is the National Center for PTSD. What the VA National Center for PTSD Offers … [Read more...]
How To Cope With PTSD & Get Off the Couch When Life Gets You Down
The reality of suffering from PTSD as a Veteran is a serious one. It can be very difficult to acknowledge these symptoms on your own, but it can be even more difficult to try to get back to normal. Your family members might also struggle to understand your diagnosis and the ways in which it impacts you. Why Is Knowing How To Cope With PTSD So Important? PTSD in Veterans has … [Read more...]
Return to Base Podcast Ep. #1: Bessel van der Kolk: Keeping the Score
Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyListen on Google PodcastsListen on Amazon Music Introduction In this, the inaugural episode of Return to Base podcast, we welcome Dr. Bessel van der Kolk M.D.. Van der Kolk is a psychiatrist that has been conducting research in the field of Traumatic Stress Studies for decades. He’s also the best selling author of The Body Keeps the … [Read more...]
Signs of PTSD: A Special Ops Veteran’s Awakening (Personal Story)
Trigger Warning: this article discusses multiple forms of trauma, including suicide and mental health. Introduction First of all, it wasn’t supposed to happen to any of us. We were the chosen ones. We had all the traits you need to withstand the “suck factor” of being in the Special Forces: mental toughness, physical prowess, problem-solving abilities and true grit. So, … [Read more...]