PTSD Resources
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a serious, potentially life threatening result of experiencing traumatic events, such as was, disaster and others. Increasingly, it is recognized as a very serious result of wartime service.
Despite this, it is still very little understood, and among Gulf War veterans, is largely overlooked due to the overriding concerns of the very serious health concerns so many veterans have.
Post-traumatic stress does not indicate some weakness of mind -- in fact, it is the normal response of the mind to events which are essentially impossible to process at once. For that reason, those who served in combat may have problems months or even years after a war.
Some important internet resources about PTSD are included on the following pages:
Since its inception in 1989, the National Center for PTSD has been at the forefront of efforts to study the effects of psychological trauma. National Center staff have been involved in over 500 research studies and 200 educational projects focusing on PTSD and other psychological and medical consequences of traumatic stress.
National Institute of Mental Health: PTSD Resources
Includes a veterans chat area.
The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress
The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress is a multidisciplinary network of professionals who are committed to the advancement of intervention for survivors of trauma. The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress aims to identify expertise among professionals, across disciplines, and to provide meaningful standards for those who work regularly with survivors.
Vietnam Veterans of America -- Veterans Benefits Guide (PTSD)
VVA has put together a very helpful guide for veterans who are seeking assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs.