Class Action Lawsuit Seeks Benefits For PTSD Soldiers Dec 18, 2008
Attorneys for the say the Army ignores regulations that would provide retirement pay and family health benefits for Perez and other soldiers with PTSD. ... His lawyers say mandates from the Veterans Administration and Congress require the Army to give discharged PTSD soldiers a 50% disability rating ... He says soldiers with PTSD, who are no longer able to serve, should qualify for family health care and retirement pay. (W-USA News, DC)
With drunkards, alcohol is first Dec 17, 2008
Debbie wrote on Dec 15, 2008 4:59 PM:" Lacr0ix...I am sorry I did not make myself clear about the DSM manual. It is used by insurance companys for billing purpopes but it is also used by doctors, psychiatrists, psychologist, counselor, lawers, and other professionals. I am sorry you feel this book labels people. I feel it gives a standard definition for not only addiction dieases but for other mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder, depression, and PTSD just to name a few. Some mental... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Theres been an increase in anxiety disorders Dec 17, 2008
Those diagnosed with PTSD have persistent frightening thoughts or memories that last more than one month. The condition affects about 5. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Terror trauma Dec 14, 2008
Dr Rony Berger and Dr Marc Gelkope from the Israel Trauma Centre for Victims of Terror and War at Tel Aviv say though the entire city would not be under trauma, at least 15 per cent of the population will be experiencing some kind of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). These two experts who have handled a lot of war-affected patients have also volunteered to train several doctors, counsellors and teachers on ways to deal with trauma. (Express Buzz)
Vets' PTSD experiences helping other soldiers Dec 14, 2008
This past week, three Surinamese officials met with veterans in treatment during a three-day trip to the Black Hills to learn about PTSD treatment in South Dakota ... "PTSD exists everywhere there is extreme stress," said Herman Jintie, nursing director at the psychiatric hospital in Paramaribo ... Twenty years later, some active duty soldiers and veterans are showing symptoms of PTSD.. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Carrying the stress of war Dec 13, 2008
She also is an associate professor at Boston University and a member of the National Center for PTSD. She led the training seminar at the Bohn Armory on Friday ... For a smaller, but still large, segment of the population, the PTSD symptoms persist, she said ... His injury happened 14 months ago, but only in the last eight months has he started to realize he might be experiencing PTSD.. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Vietnam vet goes to Iraq: 'It made me worse' Dec 11, 2008
Vietnam vet with PTSD goes to Iraq: 'It made me worse' - CNN.com ... Vietnam vet with PTSD goes to Iraq: 'It made me worse ... Konrardy, who is still getting PTSD treatment, wishes the rest of the nation could better understand what that's like. (CNN -- US)
PTSD Risk Rooted in Stress and Genetics Dec 11, 2008
The researchers found that both genetic and environmental factors increase the risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... "In addition to building our understanding of how PTSD comes to exist, we may have useful signs for PTSD prevention and treatment," study author Dr. Roger Pitman, a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, said during a recent teleconference on the research ... "For example, persons with recognized PTSD risk factors may be best advised to avoid... (MEDLINEplus)
Our views: A man for all veterans Dec 10, 2008
That means recruiting and retaining more mental health professionals to combat the high PTSD and depression rate and urging the mental health community nationwide to make their services more easily available to vets. Shinseki also should speed up the process that now causes wounded vets to wait months, and sometimes years, to receive disability benefits. (Florida Today)
Two more shootings in EPA leave two wounded Dec 10, 2008
On another shooting story from EPA, a resident wrote a long comment about his life and history in EPA. HE claimed it to be a war zone, and that the residents should be treated for PTSD.. Even if there are only a few people engaging in this activity, there is no telling where and when they will strike again, thus the comparisons to a 'war zone. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
MIND MATTERSThe Amnesia Gene Dec 10, 2008
Serotonin transporter genes have been extensively investigated for their role in stress induced psychiatric disorders, such as (PTSD). In recent years, scientists have found that subjects with 5-HTTLPR short variant genotype are more likely to get depressed after stressful life events and are also at increased risk for PTSD. Furthermore, this short variant genotype is associated with anxiety related traits that have also been implicated in the susceptibility to anxiety and ... In theory it... (Scientific American)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Dec 10, 2008
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... You can develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) when a traumatic event happens to you or when you see a traumatic event happen to someone else. (CNN -- Health)
Shinseki garners plaudits, doubts Dec 8, 2008
"How much time has he spent visiting the PTSD wards, the multiple-amputee wards, the burn wards? The major question I have is: Just what has he done for the past five years to show any concern for our veterans? I do not see any evidence of Shinseki being an agent for change.". Copyright 2008 The Washington Times, LLC Continues 1. (Washington Times)
Can Stop-Loss Be Stopped? Dec 8, 2008
Buzzell was recently diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) from his first tour in Iraq and that has kept him from being deployed. "I know that the stop-loss is their way of hanging onto those that they've invested in, those that have an expertise to serve," said Vickie Castro. (CBS News -- Iraq)
Talk about frozen in time.... Dec 7, 2008
The types of services that Marcus will take financial responsibility for could include: neuropsychological evaluation to assess for TBI and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), cognitive therapy, counseling, activity- and community-based rehabilitation, residential services and respite care for family members, and housing while services are being delivered. Services also could include assistive technology devices, cognitive prosthetics, and home health care equipment, such as bathroom... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Easing The Stress Of Trauma Dec 6, 2008
5, 2008) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects as many as one in five of all Americans who survive a harrowing experience like rape, assault, war or terrorism ... There is no broadly accepted treatment that can lower the chance of developing the disorder, but thanks to a Tel Aviv University researcher, a medical means of preventing PTSD may be just around the corner ... Joseph Zohar from the Sackler Medical School, Tel Aviv University, has found that an injection of cortisol shortly... (Science Daily)
Brain injuries mark modern wars Dec 5, 2008
Troops who sustain even mild brain injuries are more likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... But finding out how to best treat traumatic brain injuries among troops remains a challenge, said Dr. Greg Passey, a psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health Services who spent 22 years in the Canadian Forces and who now specializes in treating PTSD.. (Globe and Mail)
Our view: Smart call for support Dec 4, 2008
Active-duty troops and veterans who wouldn't dream of ignoring shrapnel in a shoulder might not seek help with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. They fear losing status in the military or in the civilian world, or they feel shame or embarrassment ... As Dr. Joe Pace, a VA psychiatrist and 20-year Air Force veteran, said earlier this year, PTSD and other mental health problems from service in and around combat are normal reactions to abnormal situations ... He's done a real service for... (Anchorage Daily News)
NHCNE leads ground breaking cooperative conference on psychological health and traumatic brain injury Dec 4, 2008
" The keynote speaker for the conference, Tina Trudel, PhD, President of Lakeview Healthcare Systems, Inc. and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, outlined the correlation of TBI to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Extensive neurological research has shown that the two share common symptoms and can benefit from many of the same psychological interventions and other therapies. Other topics presented over the two days demonstrated the... (The Dolphin, CT)
Detention traumatises refugees: report Dec 4, 2008
They found levels of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among the group was ten times that of the normal population while the rate of clinical depression was seven times the normal level, which reduced their ability to participate in everyday activities ... "It was very positive to see that rates of PTSD decreased as participant's visa status changed from temporary to permanent, from 45 per cent to 11 per cent," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 27) Dec 4, 2008
Not everyone who is homeless is a meth head, some are veterans with mental problems caused by PTSD- any number of other reasons. Tell us again how you feel when some people call other people names, and try to make me understand how it is okay for you to climb up on your high horse and do exactly the same thing. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Who loses when all hell breaks loose Dec 3, 2008
Journalists living with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are not rare ... Even though there is a greater recognition today of duty of care, I wonder whether our news bosses are more attuned to the ramifications of PTSD than their predecessors in generations past ... Many clinicians recognise PTSD as occurring after exposure to life-threatening events. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Antipsychotic Drugs & Fibromyalgia Dec 2, 2008
Olanzapine has been used to treat various conditions from PTSD to chronic headache. It blocks 5-HT3 serotonin receptors, a mode of action which is often very helpful in fibromyalgia. (Suite101.com)
LETTERS: NCT, Dec. 2, 2008 Dec 2, 2008
Pendleton's treatment of PTSD veterans ... The deliberate misdiagnosis of PTSD veterans has been a serious problem for many years in the military ... If Camp Pendleton refuses to be honest and truthful about PTSD veterans, then the Department of Defense and our political leaders should mandate this change and hold Pendleton accountable for their deceit and misconduct. (North County Times)
Empty Stockings Dec 1, 2008
Janey, 5, suffers severely from PTSD and is unable to attend kindergarten. She needs shoes, size 11 (kids); and pants and shirts, size 5T. Janey would also like dolls and puzzles and loves to play dress-up. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Health glance - 12-1-2008 Dec 1, 2008
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Trauma of terrorism Nov 30, 2008
In one of the most violent terror attacks on the Indian soil, Mumbai came under an unprecedented night attack. Needless to say, the senseless bombings and shootings have caused turmoil and confusion among the people of Mumbai. (India Times, India)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 29, 2008 Nov 29, 2008
In an article last year, the North County Times reported that base officials indicated PTSD rates of less than 1 percent for those returning from Iraq and Afghanistan ... Perhaps the rate of diagnoses for PTSD and combat stress disorder has already risen to rates more consistent with Pentagon figures. (North County Times)
Deal with the Trauma of Terrorism Nov 29, 2008
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) "It is a very difficult situation for everyone, not just the families of the victims. Even people who have witnessed the attack may be vulnerable to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). People with PTSD have persistent frightening thoughts and memories and feel emotionally numb, in some cases they can even become mute. People with PTSD may feel restless easily, become emotionally numb (especially in relation to people with whom they used to be close), lose... (Times of India)
Tema Conter Memorial Trust - "Because Heroes are Human" Nov 27, 2008
For front-line emergency services workers, dedicated to helping their fellow men and women, they suffer, often silently, from Critical Incident Stress (CIS) and even Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) ... But it's estimated that 16 to 24 per cent of emergency service workers experience PTSD, compared with eight per cent of the general population, according to research funded in part by Canada's only charity dedicated to offering support and stress management resources to those individuals -... (Canada Newswire)
Coping with war Nov 27, 2008
Ian, a 27-year-old veteran of Kosovo, Sierra Leone, Northern Ireland and Iraq, was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in 1999, but went on to fight in several more campaigns ... Veterans' charity Combat Stress helped Ian deal with his PTSD, though he still suffers from flashbacks and other symptoms ... "The armed forces have made great steps forward in this area, but until servicemen and women are completely reassured that reporting symptoms of PTSD won't have any impact on... (BBC News -- Health)
General's story highlights combat stress Nov 25, 2008
7 million U.S. troops who were in Vietnam could have suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Adm. (USA Today)
This Thanksgiving, Valour-IT Thanks the Wounded Nov 24, 2008
The signature wound of today's wars is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), which often causes short-term memory loss and organizational problems (severe PTSD can have similar effects). A handheld GPS device helps compensate for these challenges, allowing a wounded soldier to develop independence and self-confidence when leaving the hospital after initial treatment. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Tests start on US-backed drug stress disorder Nov 24, 2008
Becalm'd is all natural and helps Ptsd. It also helps depression, stress, Add/ADHD and more. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
La Crosse VA clinic to vets: Step right in Nov 23, 2008
PTSD develops after a terrifying ordeal ... According to the National Institute of Mental Health, people with PTSD suffer anxiety and emotional numbness; they can be irritable, jumpy or even violent ... Though not officially recognized as a psychological disorder until 1980 publication of the third edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Psychological Disorders, commonly known as the DSM-III, PTSD has long been observed. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Stress Hinders Rats' Decision-making Abilities Nov 22, 2008
21, 2008) A little bit of stress goes a long way and can have far-reaching effects. Neuroscientists from the University of Washington have found that a single exposure to uncontrollable stress impairs decision making in rats for several days, making them unable to reliably seek out the larger of two rewards. (Science Daily)
How War Ravages the Warrior Nov 22, 2008
Now, a naval doctor confirms he has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) ... Butthe PTSD is still with him ... He sees counselors once a week, and although he still has nightmares, he now recognizes symptoms of his PTSD and is learning how to cope with it. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Gianfortes Journey: War Hero to FelonHow Far Does it Reach? Nov 22, 2008
A later diagnosis of PTSD could explain why. Gianforte served time, sought help, and has come a long way coping with the PTSD. ... However, Shawn was not diagnosed with PTSD until after he was in prison serving time. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Clinical Studies with Psychedelics ... Nov 20, 2008
This research trial seeks to test the efficacy of MDMA on treatment resistant post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... In Israel, MDMA is being studied for PTSD, specifically in response to war and terrorism ... Data from the American Journal of Psychiatry showed PTSD developed at a rate between 21 and 35 percent in citizens living in two suburbs of Jerusalem. (Suite101.com)
Gulf War Illness Nov 20, 2008
In fact, studies have shown that Gulf War veterans have lower rates of PTSD than veterans of other wars. 2. (TIME)
Study: Ginkgo doesnt prevent Alzheimers Nov 19, 2008
the Paws for Purple Hearts Program teaches soldiers to train dogs as a treatment for PTSD. NBC's Robert Bazell reports. Most popular. (MSNBC -- Health)
Documentary tells ex-Army sergeant's story of pain Nov 19, 2008
But there were more bumps: the breakup of her brief marriage to a fellow soldier who also suffered from PTSD, an addiction to painkillers and subsequent efforts to rehabilitate, being booted out of her family's home when she moved back to St. Louis, reliving nightmares of Iraq and the rape. One day, she called a veterans hospital and told the person on the other line that she was about to kill herself. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
'Discrimination eats away at you - and increases your chance of mental illness' Nov 19, 2008
There's a huge Tamil population in Toronto that has very high rates of PTSD. Among South Asian groups, depression is a problem among older South Asian women, and alcohol misuse - probably caused by depression - is a problem among some South Asian men. People of African and Afro-Caribbean origin will tell you that racism and thwarted aspirations are a terrible problem that leads to depression, suicide and psychosis. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Pontiac mayor goes on the attack with parolee stats Nov 19, 2008
Reader5208 wrote on Nov 18, 2008 10:53 PM:" Sarcasm...if one of my family members was murdered by someone on parole who had already done time for a drug-related offense and still had a problem...I'd say why didn't DOC do it right the first time?? I'd be upset at a system that had failed both the victim and the criminal...just like I'm upset with the system that is failing our mentally ill and chemically-dependent Iraq vets who are having problems with PTSD, depression, and other health issues... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Fighting for soldier's lives Nov 18, 2008
Cherry-Haus, wife of an active duty reservist, explained the difficulties of living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in daily life ... PTSD has an effect on 7. (University News, MO)
Invisible wounds Nov 18, 2008
Andrew Cotrel, also suffering PTSD linked to Iraq combat duty in 2003 ... He plans to enroll soon in six-week VA inpatient PTSD treatment program. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Widow of soldier: Suicide screenings don't work Nov 16, 2008
Although the Army has revamped and ramped up its health system to treat troops for PTSD and other emotional problems, officials say the first hurdle is being able to identify soldiers who are really struggling, whether they ask for help or not. On the Net. (WREG.com, TN)
Chaplains help soldiers and veterans deal with the stresses of war Nov 15, 2008
A Chicago Tribune blog post in May reported that nearly 14,000 U.S. service members who had served in Iraq and Afghanistan were diagnosed last year with PTSD -- a nearly 46% increase from 2006 -- and that Army Surgeon General Eric Schoomaker, who released the report, said the Army has too few mental health care providers. To get ready for stints in Iraq and Afghanistan, chaplains take military courses to help them decode signs of combat stress, deal with the problems and know when to refer the... (Fresno Bee)
Homeless vets to have housing Nov 14, 2008
Hall says his PTSD causes him to be extremely anxious in open spaces and among groups of more than three or four people ... And with his PTSD and other issues, he couldn't get, or keep, a full-time job ... Since he's been in Durham, Hall has signed up for the first PTSD counseling sessions he's ever had. (News & Observer)
Summum: A glimpse inside Nov 13, 2008
But as his PTSD got worse in his final years, he stayed in Utah, Menu said. The Salt Lake City pyramid, the only Summum sanctuary around at this point, draws about 10 to 15 adherents for Saturday meetings, which these days amount to readings from Ra's old lectures, Menu explained. (Salt Lake Tribune)
Our views: This Veterans Day Nov 12, 2008
The number of Iraq-Afghanistan vets coming through the doors continues to increase with PTSD a major issue, says Jack Maloney, the centers team leader ... Make a major push to recruit and retain more mental health professionals to combat the high PTSD and depression rate and urge the mental health community nationwide to make their services more easily available to veterans and their families. (Florida Today)
Homecoming veterans often face inner challenge Nov 12, 2008
In addition to therapy, medications can help veterans with depression, anxiety and PTSD. ... In later military combat -- Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq and Afghanistan -- the emotional scars veterans brought back with them got new names for old problems: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, substance abuse ... The ratio of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans suffering from PTSD or depression is one-in-five, Rosenberg said, citing a landmark study from the Rand Corp. released... (KFOR Oklahoma City, OK)
MIND MATTERSThe Power of the Memory Molecule Nov 12, 2008
Theoretically, CaMKII inhibitors would be useful as treatments for conditions such as (PTSD), in which people are unable to forget traumatic memories. (The movie Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, for instance, imagined a scenario in which people were able to selectively erase memories. (Scientific American)
Veterans deserve owed emotional rescue Nov 12, 2008
But claims for PTSD call for a detailed account of the stressors that triggered ongoing psychological problems, and this requires that the applicant relive the most traumatic moments of his life ... I try to put the applicant at ease by baring my own mental scars as a World War II, Air Force combat veteran and former POW, and revealing that I've been fighting PTSD for more than 60 years ... Over the years I've spoken with hundreds of combat veterans, and I never met one who didn't have symptoms... (Albany Times Union)
Fighting for veterans Nov 12, 2008
As O Sullivan reaches out to veterans in her role at Upward Bound, she is deeply concerned about the number of veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) ... The more people who understand PTSD, the better. (Braintree Forum, MA)
On Veterans Day, heed the advice of our first president Nov 12, 2008
That means more money for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and prosthetics. We followed that up with additional funding this year. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Peace Center, YWCA Team Up To Help Vets With PTSD Nov 12, 2008
My son Ryan is a veteran and about a year ago he was diagnosed with PTSD, Peace Center representative Bruce Cannon said ... The YWCA and the Peace Center combined forces to offer free, confidential, anonymous treatment for PTSD.. (7 KETV Omaha)
Veterans Day Highlights Need for Military Mental Health Care Nov 11, 2008
Returning service members face rising mental health issues, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury and depression ... As one piece of that effort, the American Psychiatric Association has compiled a number of resources on issues such as PTSD and depression as well as links to helpful information on. (PR Newswire)
> Readjustment to civilian life important for employers to consider Nov 11, 2008
Treating PTSD and depression-related problems could range from $4 billion to $6. 2 billion over two years, according to RAND. Barriers to getting help include worries that psychiatric help may interfere with security clearance or harm career development. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans join the homeless Nov 11, 2008
And many have post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), making it difficult to get along with friends and family, and almost impossible to hold down a job ... After five months in Afghanistan, he had a mental breakdown, diagnosed as PTSD. When he returned to the United States, he spent almost four years living on the streets ... He attends PTSD counseling with other war on terrorism veterans so that he can learn to maintain a job and house. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
REGION: Local veterans offer ways to honor their brethren Nov 11, 2008
"Hooper said he wants to see more and better care for returning veterans, especially those who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, a violence-induced psychological trauma."I just got back from Afghanistan, with bombs skipping across your head and mortars exploding by your truck," Hooper said. "When you come back, and you see people with PTSD, it reminds me how much we sacrificed. It really hits home. (North County Times)
VA aims to help more veterans Nov 11, 2008
"About 8 million Americans have PTSD and a report in June 2007 by the Department of Defense Mental Health Taskforce said that nearly 50 percent of National Guard members and reservists report incidences of PTSD," Carley said ... Each group is designed around a specific topic, such as "PTSD: Taking Back Your Power," "When Substances Control You" and "Taking Good Care of Yourself.". (Munster Times, IN)
Finding peace Nov 11, 2008
" The therapist presented Adams with a list of PTSD symptoms: anger, depression, a sense of hopelessness; trouble sleeping, anxiety, flashbacks and super-vivid nightmares. Adams had them all. "It took a couple of months of one-to-one therapy ... " A new mission Newly "stabilized," as he puts it, Adams returned home and enrolled two semesters ago as a business major at Rutgers Camden. Adams found a recently formed group there, Veterans for Education. He got involved with a scholarship run it was... (NJ.com -- Times)
Hawaii's 'wounded warriors' find support at veterans fundraiser Nov 10, 2008
"It took me almost a year and a half before I even recognized it," Landry said of the PTSD. At first, he thought it was related to pain from his back injury ... The number of troops with new cases of PTSD jumped by about 50 percent in 2007, and records show that about 40,000 service members have been diagnosed with the illness since 2003 and the start of the Iraq war ... Many more are believed to be keeping their PTSD secret. (Honolulu Advertiser)
PTSD Symptoms Associated With Increased Risk Of Death After Heart Events Nov 9, 2008
Resulting symptoms including intense fear, painful intrusive memories and hyperarousal (a state of physical and psychological tension resulting from the flight-or-fight response) may qualify an individual for a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Between 8 percent and 20 percent of patients with acute coronary syndromes and 27 percent to 38 percent of those who survive a cardiac arrest develop PTSD. ... Participants were surveyed an average of 27 months after implantation and 38... (Science Daily)
