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 New US Army Challenge Coin ARMY COMBAT VETERAN Military Challenge Coin $11.50 Time Remaining: 6d 22h 41m |
 Vietnam 1st Cavalry Div Combat Veteran 55 Sticker $7.12 Time Remaining: 25d 13h 40m Buy It Now for only: $7.12 |
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 US Navy Combat Veteran Window Strip Decal $7.95 Time Remaining: 10h 23m Buy It Now for only: $7.95 |
 New US Army Challenge Coin OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM COMBAT VETERAN $11.50 Time Remaining: 6d 22h 40m |
 USS Forrestal Vietnam Combat Veteran 55 Sticker $7.12 Time Remaining: 28d 12h 33m Buy It Now for only: $7.12 |
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 NAVY COMBAT VETERAN MILITARY CHALLENGE COIN $13.99 Time Remaining: 28d 14h 23m Buy It Now for only: $13.99 |
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 COMBAT VETERAN US MARINES Patch $4.19 Time Remaining: 6d 13h 56m Buy It Now for only: $4.19 |
 Marine Corps Combat Veteran Window Strip Decal Sticker $7.95 Time Remaining: 27d 20h 13m Buy It Now for only: $7.95 |
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Combat Veteran
PTSD Treatment for Combat Veterans
PTSD is a major problem for veterans today and is going to become a bigger problem over time. That's not speculation it's a fact, based on the enormous number of troops that have been in combat in recent years.
In fact, more than 2.0 million American and coalition troops have served in military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan since 2003, with thousands deployed multiple times. Recent surveys found that 20% of soldiers who served in Afghanistan now suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or major depression.
However, alarming these figures may be, it's comforting to know that diagnosis for PTSD is getting better and numerous treatments are available. So what treatments are available for suffers of PTSD?
Medication;
One of the most common symptoms of PTSD is difficulty sleeping, which can be a major problem and have a disruptive effect on one's ability to concentrate and focus. A drug called Prazosin is often prescribed for nightmares and has been used for a long time in the treament of hypertension.
Anxiety and depression is another common issue and many drugs are available to treat this symptom. The one thing to consider with any medication is that side-effects are often associated with their use and dependency can also become an issue. Working closely with your doctor should help you find the right medications and manage any side-effects that are experienced. Ideally, medication will help out in the short-term and provide a route into more sustainable and natural treatments.
Psychotherapy;
A number of forms of therapy are available for suffers of PTSD, and whilst in the past many people have been reticent to consider 'seeing a shrink', therapy is one of the most effective ways to tackle the condition.
It's possible to enter into a one-on-one or a group therapy programme. Group therapy has benefited many people facing challenging mental or physical situations and the power of connecting with people who have been through similar experiences should not be underestimated.
Some types of therapy used in PTSD treatment include:
Cognitive therapy. Talking about self-destructive thoughts and what causes this can help you develop strategies to change these notions.
Exposure therapy. This is a behavioral therapy technique to help you face up to the things that you find upsetting so you can learn to deal with it.
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). This seems like an unusual approach, but combining Exposure Therapy with a programme of guided eye movements can help sufferers deal with traumatic memories. This is because there is a strong connection between eye movement and the function of the memory.
A combination of these approaches will likely be the best route, and working with your healthcare professional should allow you to find the best approach for you. Just remember that there's no need to deal with the symptoms of PTSD on your own and effective treatment can have a massive difference on the quality of your life.
About the Author
The Symptoms of PTSD site has been established by ex-servicemen to offer a medically proven treatment to suffers of PTSD and help them connect with other people affected by the condition. If you think you may be suffering from PTSD you should learn more about PTSD treatment, its causes and symptoms. You are better able to tackle or cope with a problem with more understanding.
Where can a Veteran find a job?
Without given out my complete resume, I am a 15yr combat veteran with an active TS clearance and have worked in the Special Operations community (Psychological Operations) for 7yrs. Where are some sites that I can access to look for a job outside of the military? Just weighing my options. Thank you.
You could always find jobs at the Veterans Administration. Their jobs are found on www.usajobs.gov
They hire nearly all of their employees as veterans. I don't know where you are located, but the VA in Perry Point Md always has openings. The website is a bit overwhelming when applying for positions.
Aberdeen Proving Ground in Aberdeen Md is also moving jobs from the NJ military base they are closing down so you may want to look online for those positions. Currently, they want research, scientists, and high level positions. Many more are coming in 2011
Good luck!
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