Learn how Real Warriors cope with PTSD
The Real Warriors Campaign has a wide variety of materials that can help your patients manage their posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and build resilience. Share these tools below to give your patients the support they need.
Dispelling Myths about PTSD
While PTSD is one of the most common invisible wounds, not everyone who goes through trauma develops PTSD. Here are five common PTSD myths debunked.
Video: How a Real Warrior overcame PTSD flashbacks
For 10 years, retired U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Mathew Barr struggled with flashbacks of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion and survivor guilt from combat. After he reached out for support, counselors, chaplains and health care providers like U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. David Hanrahan helped set him on a path to success.
Video: 4 Facts about PTSD
Learn about PTSD symptoms and the benefits of seeking care. Get connected to confidential, 24/7 resources.
Video: One soldier’s story of seeking psychological care
Retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Tippett has PTSD and experienced concussions from explosions during combat deployments. With the help of his family, Tippett realized getting professional help would improve his family life and performance on the job.
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