This paper provides a current review of existing evidence-based treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with a description of psychopharmacologic options, prolonged exposure therapy, cognitive
America’s failure to prepare for and adequately address the impact of war upon service members and veterans is one of the most significant challenges of the post-September 11th era.
Several recent articles have explored the effects of military deployment on U.S. service members' mental health outcomes.
A key role of mental health providers is to educate communities about the impact of combat deployments on service members, veterans, and their families.
The purpose of this study was to explore rates of secondary traumatic stress (STS) in a sample of 70 military primary and mental health care providers.
BACKGROUND Motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) continue to account for a third of service member fatalities each year.
Taking our nation to war has exposed a generation of military families and children to combat and its consequences.
Numerous data support the benefits of a stable marriage and document the negative consequences of marital distress and divorce.
INTRODUCTION Individuals with multiple versus single suicide attempts present a more severe clinical picture and may be at greater risk for suicide.