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February 2023
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FEATURED TOPIC
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When Someone Shares a Trauma
When people share their experiences and feelings with you – or disclose their trauma – it can be an important part of their healing process. At the same time, it can also leave you with a multitude of emotions- anger, worry, relief, an appreciation for being trusted, or some combination of these and other complex feelings.
You do not need to "fix" the problems or "take away" their pain. Most people are simply looking for validation, support and connection. Read on for more tips, tools and resources for navigating the healing process.
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PODCAST SERIES
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Join us for these 12-minute-or-less talks with experts about technology resources you can use or share to help with PTSD.
Making the Most of Video Mental Health Appointments
Attending mental health appointments via video can be a convenient way to receive care without needing to travel or leave your home. Dr. Cindy Woolverton discusses the benefits of video mental health care and offers tips on getting started. Learn about the different resources available to help you find a provider and get comfortable using video technology.
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MOBILE APP SPOTLIGHT
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Mindfulness Coach
Practicing mindfulness means grounding yourself in the present moment. Mindfulness has been shown to be helpful for reducing stress and coping with unpleasant thoughts and emotions. This app can be used on its own by those who would like mindfulness tools, or to enhance face-to-face care with a healthcare professional.
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RESEARCH PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITY
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VA’s National Center for PTSD and the Coaching Into Care program have partnered to study telephone coaching methods to help spouses and intimate partners of Veterans with untreated PTSD get their Veteran into mental health care. The study will provide free telephone coaching and, if assigned, access to online educational materials. Participants will be compensated up to $170 for participating.
Visit: https://www.familycoachingstudy.org to learn more about the study and complete a brief screening quiz to see if you are eligible to participate. For participant’s rights questions, contact 1-866-680-2906.
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STAY CONNECTED- SUBSCRIBE HERE
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Be sure to forward this update to others so they can subscribe. We send one update per month to keep you informed of the latest PTSD developments.
Thank you,
The Staff of VA’s National Center for PTSD
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 Produced by VA’s National Center for PTSD - Executive Division
Email: ncptsd@va.gov | Visit our Website: www.ptsd.va.gov
*Links will take you outside of the Department of Veterans Affairs website to a non-government site. VA does not endorse and is not responsible for the content of these linked websites.
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