Years of war in Afghanistan and Iraq have
brought post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD ) among military personnel to the
attention of the American people as never before. Coinciding with my previous post, "The hardest part of going to war is coming home", Many soldiers endure a lot of mental issues. Coming back home into the civilian world isn't the easiest for soldiers to adjust to. Some military members undergo what is called Post-traumatic stress disorder, otherwise known as PTSD.
PTSD can occur through nightmares, trying to adjust to daily routines when returning to life back home, and through hearing loud noises that may sound like gunshots or bombs going off. Veterans are known to exhibit these symptoms occasionally. Not everybody experiences it but those that do have a difficult time with it.
There have been many cases where these veterans don't want to speak about it and actually leave all this pent up hostility within themselves to deal with. At times it can seem unbearable and they begin to see themselves as the root of the problem. Instead of trying to figure things out on your own, any one experiencing PTSD is advised to see a medical professional or at least discuss these occurrences with another loved one. Sometimes just talking about it helps.
For individuals with a more severe case of PTSD and contemplate suicide should go to a medical professional that may be able to administer medication to hep subdue the mood swings and memories that trigger these emotions. Those of you who have military members in your family or as a friend, reach out and speak to them. Sometimes the hardest part is opening up or finding the right person to talk to.
PTSD can affect individuals of all ages at any tramatizing part of their life. Veterans are at high risk due to the simple fact that they were in a very hostile environment and now have to transition from battle field mode to being in a tranquil environment back home. The littlest of things can become a trigger. The most important thing to do is to find help. You are not alone, unfortunately this is a common issue among individuals who have been in war and witness some harsh realities or even witness death first hand.
There should be more awareness out there for veterans and even those who are still active within the military. Due to the high risk of being diagnosed with PTSD, veterans should try and takes things one step at a time. Starting a routine and taking time out for oneself can help assist in transitioning and prevent further signs of depression or worse, PTSD.
There have been many cases where these veterans don't want to speak about it and actually leave all this pent up hostility within themselves to deal with. At times it can seem unbearable and they begin to see themselves as the root of the problem. Instead of trying to figure things out on your own, any one experiencing PTSD is advised to see a medical professional or at least discuss these occurrences with another loved one. Sometimes just talking about it helps.
For individuals with a more severe case of PTSD and contemplate suicide should go to a medical professional that may be able to administer medication to hep subdue the mood swings and memories that trigger these emotions. Those of you who have military members in your family or as a friend, reach out and speak to them. Sometimes the hardest part is opening up or finding the right person to talk to.
PTSD can affect individuals of all ages at any tramatizing part of their life. Veterans are at high risk due to the simple fact that they were in a very hostile environment and now have to transition from battle field mode to being in a tranquil environment back home. The littlest of things can become a trigger. The most important thing to do is to find help. You are not alone, unfortunately this is a common issue among individuals who have been in war and witness some harsh realities or even witness death first hand.
There should be more awareness out there for veterans and even those who are still active within the military. Due to the high risk of being diagnosed with PTSD, veterans should try and takes things one step at a time. Starting a routine and taking time out for oneself can help assist in transitioning and prevent further signs of depression or worse, PTSD.
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