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NASW Observes Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Month

Social Work Blog

1 Although PTSD has commonly been associated with the military and veteran populations, it affects people of all ages, communities, gender, and social economic background. Social workers are the largest group of mental health providers in the United States and treatment of PTSD is one of their specialty areas. June 7, 2022.

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Debunking Myths About PTSD

Gateway Foundation

Some people develop misconceptions regarding PTSD, which creates a stigma within the mental health community that could prevent people from seeking the help they need to improve their health. PTSD Is Only for Military Veterans or First Responders. PTSD Develops Due to Weakness. The presence or lack of a support network.

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How to Create a Veterans Suicide Prevention Program

Relias

The need for veterans suicide prevention programs Transitioning from military to civilian life brings about various stressors for veterans. Accordingly, the program examines veterans’ health records using an algorithm to identify individuals at risk for suicide or other adverse outcomes. Shockingly, suicide rates among U.S.

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How to Help Someone Who’s Experiencing PTSD

Gateway Foundation

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can severely impact a person’s life. PTSD is a mental health condition resulting from exposure to a traumatic event that causes extreme distress or fear. Recovery is a process that takes a lot of time and involves setbacks. Be Patient.

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Netflix’s Heart of Invictus: Raising Wounded Soldiers Awareness

Swhelper

Beginning February 8th and ending today, Vancouver Canada is the host country for Invictus Games 2025, and it is no surprise these games have been another extraordinary display of bravery and recovery of the wounded veterans participating in this year’s games.