November 11th, 2009

NVF Lifeline for Vets™ PTSD Call Stories

Freddy talks to an Army Veteran having trouble adjusting to civilian life - Frank, an Army Veteran completed a 15-month deployment in Iraq, where he saw a lot of combat. He has been experiencing PTSD symptoms, including trouble sleeping, flashbaRead More

November 11th, 2009

A Groundbreaking Court Decision for Vets with PTSD

A groundbreaking verdict for accused Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was decided in Canyon City, Oregon on October 19 when former soldier Jesse Bratcher, on trial for murder, was found guilty by reason of insanity.  It was the<Read More

November 11th, 2009

The Link Between Compassion Fatigue and PTSD

Compassion Fatigue is linked closely with PTSD because the caregivers that suffer from it are often treating victims of traumatic stress, and because the symptoms and treatment of compassion fatigue are similar to those of PTSD. 

November 11th, 2009

Secondary PTSD A Possible Factor for Fort Hood Shooter

 “Our hearts go out to the families of the soldiers and civilians who were killed or wounded by the senseless violence that took place at Fort Hood today,” said National Veterans Foundation President and Founder Shad Meshad.

November 11th, 2009

Get Help with PTSD

 Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety condition that can develop after exposure to one or more traumatic events that threaten or cause great physical harm. 

As it relates to combat trauma, there are records datinRead More