"the degree of fortitude it took,
and continues to take"
and continues to take"
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Article: Combat Traumatic Stress (aka PTSD)
Combat Injury not a Disorder
PTSD can
affect anyone such as police, firemen,
or victims that have experienced a traumatic
event such as an accident, assault, or natural disaster.
I've put much effort into being a veterans advocate to improve awareness of combat-related...
or victims that have experienced a traumatic
event such as an accident, assault, or natural disaster.
I've put much effort into being a veterans advocate to improve awareness of combat-related...
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can affect anyone such as police, firemen, or victims that have
experienced a traumatic event such as an accident, assault, or natural
disaster. I've put much effort into being a veterans advocate to improve
awareness of combat-related...
Michael J. Perry U.S.A.F. Ret. and Robert Wilson like this
Well written Mike!
You're right on with everything you said. If you're human you know each person has their own unique story. We all have struggles to overcome and for the most part, one aspect of the training we receive (in my opinion) is the crafting of a personality type that is 'sucks it up and drives on'. As veterans and for those on AD, to include the spouses which know first hand of the commitment we make for this is who we become. There can be no failure! This logic is a valued mannerism that any employer would welcome. This is a trait that isn't really taught. Rather, learned by doing, training, sacrifice, substantial losses for some (many) that is life altering.
We become 'warriors' and again, as we all know, a 'warrior' fights to death. Period! This drive, some of the earned pride stemming from the accomplishment of being a Paratrooper for example, isn't of a false pride and to this day, I am extremely proud of my service to this Country, I'm proud to be an American coupled with being a Patriot.
I'm of the mindset that if a person can not relate to these ideals and does not give our Country (and Veterans) the respect that is due, well, I have no use for that person; a.k.a. ATTITUDE PROBLEM. This brings me to a couple of points I am going to be candid about and I know of no other way to express what I think / believe w/o just saying what I mean.
I'm of the mindset that if a person can not relate to these ideals and does not give our Country (and Veterans) the respect that is due, well, I have no use for that person; a.k.a. ATTITUDE PROBLEM. This brings me to a couple of points I am going to be candid about and I know of no other way to express what I think / believe w/o just saying what I mean.
I have no interest in blowing a lot of false meaning and lies as most politicians do. We all know for the most part, politicians are not strong, lack backbone which this Country was founded on. We as veterans know first hand we can not afford the luxury of double standards when governed by UCMJ nor on the battlefield. As a warrior, we have signed that blank check, to include up and to OUR LIVES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What I find to be APPALLING, DISGUSTING, AGGRAVATING, UPSETTING, INSULTING, INFURIATING and many other gaps that can be filled in by lots of Veterans that are simply being spit on by the entity that should act according to the highest of standards, as required of us, has no accountability. Yes, the VA. You hear it and read about the despicable behavior demonstrated EACH AND EVERYDAY by the employee's of the VA, the leadership of the VA, the incompetent staff on the front line that are running a muck. NO, NOT EVERY EMPLOYEE, but I know from my personal experience over the years by VA staff, those that are supposed to be 'educated' licensed professionals that are supposed to be the 'warrior' with the dedication and loyalty we expect to be there for us as needed only to be treated at times with such disrespect and insult, anymore I understand the frustration so many fellow Veterans battle against (the VA first of all) to include personal issues we must overcome or at a minimum contend with daily.
R. Wilson
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Can you believe it? A VA manager is jailed...?
I
was about as shocked as most of you about news from Monday that
Cathedral Henderson was jailed for what amounts to witness tampering
despite clear instruction in the terms of the bond that communicating
with a witness was strictly forbidden... less
Veterans Affairs Manager Jailed
disabledveterans.org•Veterans
may be shocked to learn that one Veterans Affairs manager has finally
been jailed in connection with fraudulently tampering with medical
records.
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Former Chairman at American Cold War Veterans
Congress is in recess visit them, more on my blog http://jerry88acwv-americancoldwarveterans.blogspot.com/2015/07/now-that-congress-is-in-recess.html
Talk to your elected officials in local office,
let them know how you feel
let them know how you feel
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We knew - war was beyond hell - it was the end of everything - it was called Mutually Assured Destruction (MAD) General Douglas McArthur said it best -
“The soldier above all
others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear
the deepest wounds and scars of war.”
He had a vision of what was ahead
for us.
Way beyond the mindset of Tactical Air Command whose knights fought in the air, way beyond the soldiers and marines whose champions fought and died, and way way beyond the sailors and coast guardsmen who tried and died; we knew death internally - we were the head of the snake, doing what we could to protect this nation.
Some of us knew within minutes - some of knew within hours - but we all knew - we were dead. We had no choice but to die! Or did we? We had a choice! We would be the best of the best, and let the enemy know it. We passed tests that would make one disbelieve our scores; we went thru psych and family history tests with the doc’s every year, and we knew every regulation on the base and in the command (and for some of us, in the theater), we reminded Generals and Colonels how to respond to the unique threat. Our mission was not to survive, but to kill, until we could kill not more. We knew we were dead. We accomplished our mission -not to die - but to kill.
“The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier
who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.”
General Douglas McArthur had a vision of what was ahead for us - never behind us.
We fought for this country. You are part of my country - so have that vision for yourself & yours, and pray. We sleep soundly tonight because tens of thousands of young men and women insure our sleep.
Salute! to each and everyone
Mike P. less
Way beyond the mindset of Tactical Air Command whose knights fought in the air, way beyond the soldiers and marines whose champions fought and died, and way way beyond the sailors and coast guardsmen who tried and died; we knew death internally - we were the head of the snake, doing what we could to protect this nation.
Some of us knew within minutes - some of knew within hours - but we all knew - we were dead. We had no choice but to die! Or did we? We had a choice! We would be the best of the best, and let the enemy know it. We passed tests that would make one disbelieve our scores; we went thru psych and family history tests with the doc’s every year, and we knew every regulation on the base and in the command (and for some of us, in the theater), we reminded Generals and Colonels how to respond to the unique threat. Our mission was not to survive, but to kill, until we could kill not more. We knew we were dead. We accomplished our mission -not to die - but to kill.
“The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier
who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war.”
General Douglas McArthur had a vision of what was ahead for us - never behind us.
We fought for this country. You are part of my country - so have that vision for yourself & yours, and pray. We sleep soundly tonight because tens of thousands of young men and women insure our sleep.
Salute! to each and everyone
Mike P. less
Salute!
Mike P.
Cold War & Desert Storm I Veteran
"In fact, in recent years the lasting effects of military combat have become quite dire." Mayo Clinic Expert Says (Nov 8, 2012) (2012!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
Can Haunt Veterans Long After Combat, Mayo Clinic Expert Says (Nov 8, 2012)
Posted by mayonewsreleases (@mayonewsreleases) · Nov 8, 2012
War's Impact Can Haunt Veterans Long After Combat, Mayo Clinic Expert Says
ROCHESTER, Minn. — As the nation marks Veteran's Day to honor those who have served their country, it's important to remember that many soldiers battle mental health conditions such as anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and depression long after they return from combat. In fact, in recent years the lasting effects of military combat have become quite dire. Suicide rates in the U.S. Army now exceed the rate in the general population, and psychiatric admission is now the most common reason for hospitalization in the Army. These are concerning trends says Timothy Lineberry, M.D., a Mayo Clinic psychiatrist, an Air Force veteran and a suicide prevention expert for the Army.
"Even though large-scale military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq are ending, the effects on the mental health of active-duty service members, reservists, and veterans are just beginning to be felt," Dr. Lineberry says. "Moreover, the potential effect on service members of their war experiences may manifest indefinitely into the future in the form of emerging psychiatric illnesses."
By some estimates, 1 in 5 veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan experience symptoms of PTSD or major depression. Many do not seek treatment because they fear it will harm their careers, Dr. Lineberry says. Untreated, PTSD and depression can lead to drug use, marital problems, unemployment and even suicide.
For veterans and their families and friends, Dr. Lineberry says it's best to see a medical professional if these warning signs begin to occur:
Sleep disturbances. Complaints of insomnia or other sleep problems in otherwise healthy soldiers, reservists, or veterans may signal the need for mental health screening.
Disturbing thoughts and feelings for more than a month. Usually these thoughts will be severe, and the person will be having trouble keeping his or her life under control.
Self-medication. Turning to alcohol or drugs to numb feelings isn't healthy, even though it may be a tempting way for a veteran to cope. It can lead to more problems and prevent healing.
Flashbacks, or reliving a traumatic event for minutes or even days at a time. Upsetting dreams about the traumatic event and avoiding thinking or talking about the event are also warning signs of PTSD.
To interview Dr. Lineberry about mental health issues veterans may be experiencing, contact Nick Hanson at 507-284-5005 or newsbureau@mayo.edu. Media Contact: Nick Hanson 507-284-5005 (days), newsbureau@mayo.edu
"Moreover, the potential effect on service members of their war experiences may manifest indefinitely into the future in the form of emerging psychiatric illnesses."
These are concerning trends says Timothy Lineberry, M.D., a Mayo Clinic psychiatrist, an Air Force veteran and a suicide prevention expert for the Army (SME)
Just released as an article: 2014 (tick tock and no change....but, there's money!!)
The Pentagon’s health affairs department has budgeted nearly $15 million this fiscal year to behavioral health resources for special operations Plus, there’s another $10 million in the special operations budget toward behavioral health and suicide prevention efforts. There’s also $1.2 million budgeted for the spiritual domain—including giving chaplains suicide intervention training, and some basic counseling training. (For many in the military—older troops—it’s easier to talk with a chaplain than with a therapist.) Do the math. VA is a failure as are the morons that are supposed to be up to speed on all aspects of this crisis. How much will it take for those that are supposed to help and care to actually give a damn?? Have a LOT of testimonials lending to that statement. As well, common knowledge anymore.
Sandy Dekkers, Militair GZ-psycholoog bij Militaire GGZ / Military psychologist
"Good thing you are asking attention for post-traumatic symptoms. Two add's; As far as I know, there's no evidence that traumatic experiences cause real damage in the brain, but research has found some changes. It is not yet said that none of those changes can't get back to normal standards over time and eventually with therapy. Reseachers are still doing their best to understand the relationship between PTSD and neurology. The second addition I have to make is that the majority of symptoms is curable with a variaty of trauma therapies such as EMDR, imaginairy exposure, narrative emotive therapy.. Etc "
Robert Wilson ""The second addition I have to make is that the majority of symptoms is curable with a variaty of trauma therapies such as EMDR, imaginairy exposure, narrative emotive therapy.. Etc "
With all due respect Sandy, I'm thinking this statement is based on text book theory. Further, I disagree...there is no empirical data / results from those therapy's extending any validity to what you have just said.
As a matter of opinion, the attitude you've just demonstrated is the passive BS which is hindering results serving as a catalyst to the failure veterans and others do not deserve to deal with on top of their issues causing the disorder in the first place.
Research....and spell check btw."
Salute!
Mike P.