The Injuries Of The Wounded Worrier Program

Wounds acquired during war and combat go way further than one can naturally see. Dr. Stephen Hunt, a …., says, “Folks returning from combat have a constellation of health concerns, including physical issues, psychological issues and psychosocial issues concerning things like work and family..” (….) which explains that veterans face a multitude of health effects and not just a physical injury. Provided that PTSD, mental illness, has been discussed in recent time, however other mental illness that military personnel acquire aren’t so known. Many of the categories in which classify as not adressed are mental illness all ranging from emotional and mental stability, but some also deal with the pain and illness unique to their

Today, hundreds of thousands of service men and women and recent military veterans have seen combat. Many have been shot at, seen their buddies killed, or witnessed death up close. These are types of events that can lead to Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder ("Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD: A Growing Epidemic. “) Anyone that has gone through a traumatic event can be diagnosed with PTSD but research shows, military men and women are more susceptible to having PTSD (PTSD: A Growing Epidemic.) And, with little help from the US, many Veterans do not get the help they need or get treated for PTSD. Military men and women begin to

Military service members who are and have been deployed to the middle east show high levels of emotional distress and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Both active duty and reserve component soldiers who have experienced combat have been exposed to high levels of traumatic stress. As a consequence, many have gone on to develop a wide range of mental health problems such as PTSD. “According to researchers, PTSD is a long-term reaction to war-zone exposure that can last up to a few minutes, hours, several weeks, and for some a lifetime.” Common symptoms include: emotional numbing, anxiety, feelings of guilt, and depression. If the disorder turns chronic veterans may experience functional impairment (Friedman, M. J. et al., 1994, p.

Veterans transitioning from the rigorous and demanding lifestyle of active duty to a blue collar nine to five face unique obstacles that if go unchecked can have substantial on their mental health and over all well-being. It’s no secret that PTSD has been a hot button issue in recent years. It’s a term that has become synonymous with those serving tours in combat zones such as Iraq an Afghanistan. This mental condition brings with it a plethora of symptoms including depression, anxiety and insomnia. Not to mention high levels of stress that can have varying effects from person to person. PTSD can also come as a result of occupations outside of the military such as police, fire fighters and health care workers. This essay will be exploring how

military who understand the difficulties of readjusting to civilian life after being conditioned into service. Although some have the support of family friends, it’s not always the case for those who undergo extended service for the United States. After serving a certain amount of time for the United States, it only seems fair that veterans should be able experience an easier transition and at least be provided with easier access to care for possible psychological trauma and other behavioral needs.

Post-traumatic stress disorder is considered as a psychiatric disorder that creates impairments in occupational, interpersonal, and social functioning. Although there are several treatment processes for veterans suffering from this condition, some intervention may fail to generate desired results. Veterans who fail to show appropriate recovery should be supported with an alternative treatment plan (Aurora et al., 2010). Veterans develop the condition because of exposure to traumatizing

When our veterans return from a war stricken country like Iraq and Afghanistan they have witnessed countless events of trauma. More than 1 million U.S. citizens serve as active-duty military personnel. According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates, almost 22 million Americans are veterans of U.S. Armed Forces service.(U.S Census Bureau) These men and women whether serving in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps or Navy are supported by millions of more family members whose letters and phone calls are essential to lift spirits and boost morale throughout a service person’s career. The service men and women leave fighting for our country and then come back fighting their own minds, and if they don't have the resources they won't get help. Over the past 13 years, roughly 2.4 million active and reserve members of the U.S. armed forces have left military service and returned to civilian life. In the next four to five years, another million will make this transition. This reintegrating into life can be very hard, do to the trauma these veterans have gone through. This trauma can cause physiological

Veterans are one of our nation’s most cherished assets. They have put their lives on the line to protect us at home and abroad, but for many veterans, the battle doesn’t end when they leave the combat zone. Fortunately, there are programs in place to assist veterans who are suffering from physical or mental disability, such as lost limbs and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) resulting from their service.

The United States of America has a crisis existing within its population of returning veterans. More and more, we see veterans of the war in Iraq, the war in Afghanistan, and the war on Terror, return with not only debilitating physical wounds, but longer lasting psychological wounds of war. Furthermore, there’s a stigma with mental health in the country which dictates; if you seek help for mental health issues, you’re weak. This isn’t only a problem amongst returning veterans, but all citizens. The returning warrior shouldn’t have to go speak with someone about their feelings. This is a common utterance heard when veterans return. The epidemic of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) amongst returning veterans, combined with the stigma of weakness and worthlessness for seeking help, is creating an almost impossible transition between military and civilian life. Not only are veterans experiencing issues with PTSD and other psychological afflictions having to battle with these afflictions, but they are finding themselves having difficulty finding help along with trying to cope with an otherwise insensitive and naïve population of people; some of whom are completely incapable of understanding, let alone empathy towards any situation besides their own. The review you are about to read serves as research into methods of coping, as well as helpful tactics for the reintegrating veteran.

The United States has many people living among one another all with a different kind of mentality. Varying from a weak to strong mind depending on life events and how they have managed to deal with them. For most the way they react to their surroundings can seem like an easy task but for others it can be the hardest and most difficult of tasks. To further explain this point, one can look into the many possibilities of how one’s surrounding and life events can interfere with their mind creating psychological problems. One of the most common to take into consideration is the mind of a soldier who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder.

One major concern that our society currently has is how to help veterans with mental disorders. According to research, about 30,000 people killed themselves and nearly 650,000 other people were seen in the emergency room after a suicide attempt after serving in the Vietnam war (Wineke, 2007). During this time the government had concerns about readjustment difficulties for veterans as they were returning home from war. Eventually, the nation expressed their concern about the mental health of returning veterans, and in 1970, the congress conducted the first hearing to address these issues (Rosenheck and Fontana, 1999). Service members reported having several psychological problems, including anxiety, depression, nightmares, and insomnia following a return from a combat zone. The Vietnam era was the turning point in assessment and treatment of combat-related psychological distress (Tanielian, 2008). Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, was officially defined as a mental disorder in 1979, in recognition of the potentially disabling mental health challenges confronting veterans returning from the war: “The most lasting contribution of Vietnam to the history of battle trauma is the legacy of post-traumatic stress disorder” (Helmus and Glenn, 2005). The National Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Study (NVVRS) estimated that, in 1998, 15 percent (472,000) of those who had served in Vietnam met the criteria for active PTSD (Rosenheck and Fontana, 1999). A study of over 100,000

Veterans face multiple obstacles within their health even after they are out of the military. Some of these issues include post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, substance abuse, and even suicide. Disability is also a huge part in veteran’s health considering they became wounded during their time serving. Receiving care for these disorders is usually covered by the military’s insurance, known as Tricare. (U.S. National Library of Medicine, 1).

Veterans can suffer from a variety of mental and physical complications that arise from their time in the armed services. Service members are expected to simply assimilate themselves back into life as they return home. This transition is undoubtedly a long and difficult road. The Wounded Warrior Project is a program designed to aid soldiers through services and events. This organization host a variety of recreational and physical activities for soldiers to compete in as a way for them to relieve stress and anxiety. These activities allow service member a chance to relate and work with other individuals who also have severed. In addition to finding people who have shared similar experiences these activities also help decrease depression, and

This article explores the effects of recreational activity involvement in the lives of the armed forces recovering from PTSD as they are reintegrated into their communities. It suggests that the members of the health and wellness community be aware of the number of active duty, reserve force, and veterans in their area, and offer support as they transition from active duty to civilian life. The local park and recreation agencies can be a guide to those looking to establish a recreational program for the military members with PTSD. The programs should include recreational activities that offer an adrenaline rush, or provide a low level of adrenaline, depending on the needs of the participant. Recreational activities are starting to show

“Battlemind”, is a concept that refers to the training military members receive in order to help them face fear, adversity, and hardship during combat in order to help them fight and win. This concept affects service members while being deployed, because even with the extensive amount of training, they still will experience combat or operational related stresses. The objective of “battlemind” training is to develop psychological resiliency which contributes to a Soldiers will and spirit to fight and win in combat, therefore reducing combat stress reactions and symptoms. Even though training may reduce stress reactions and symptoms, many soldier’s still are impacted by this stress. According to a study done by The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, before deployment many soldiers fear that they will come back from service with mental health issues. Due to this fact only 10-20% of Soldiers report post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms following combat which can result in combat stress can lead to excessive alcohol use and aggression.