Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Iraq
treatments
The path to recovery
How Stuff Works
Including treatment information, this article's a compassionate look at the impact of post traumatic stress disorder after Iraq.
Newer Methods
Stars and Stripes
Discusses some of the different therapies available for soldiers with post traumatic stress disorder returning from Iraq. Treatment options may depend on where you're stationed.
This article and video describes a virtual reality therapy for post traumatic stress disorder sufferers returning from Iraq.
symptoms
Understanding pain
DHCC
A checklist designed to help veterans find out if they have post traumatic stress disorder after returning from Iraq. Understanding is the first step to recovery.
Guidelines for PTSD
Bub Parrish
Though not specifically for post traumatic stress disorder after Iraq, this manual's written for soldiers and provides useful coping tips and practical advice.
For soldiers and families
National Center for PTSD
This web page provides resources for soldiers and families of soldiers who've returned from Iraq and Afghanistan.
The time it takes
Psych Central
You might not develop post traumatic stress disorder immediately after Iraq. This article points out that symptoms can appear months after return from deployment.
Taking charge of the brain
Google Video
A video describing neurofeedback therapy for post traumatic stress disorder sufferers after Iraq and other wars. Includes soldier's stories about their symptoms.
self-help
Helping children understand
Sesame Street
A Sesame Street workshop helping children of soldiers who are being deployed to or returning from Iraq.
Navigating PTSD claims
PTSD Combat
If you're suffering from post traumatic stress disorder after Iraq, getting help should not be something you struggle with. This article offers some guidance for filing a PTSD claim.
Communities of soldiers
MSN Groups: PTSD - Iraq
A support site for soldiers experiencing post traumatic stress disorder after Iraq. Family members and soldiers from other wars can find community here as well.
For soldiers, by soldiers
Iraq War Veterans Organization
If you or a loved one is suffering from post traumatic stress disorder after a tour in Iraq, this site can point you to a variety of support groups and information.
Help for families
National Center for PTSD
This web page includes resources for families coping with post traumatic stress disorder after Iraq. Includes translations in Samoan and Chammoro.
causes
Complex PTSD
Help Guide
There can be long-lasting effects of post traumatic stress disorder after service in Iraq. Learn about causes and risk factors for PTSD. It's not just for soldiers.


