The Ripple Effects of PTSD
The Ripple Effects of PTSD: Changes in Mood and Thought In this ongoing series, we introduced the four ‘clusters’ of PTSD symptoms: intrusive thoughts and...
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How Poetry and Music Help Warriors Heal
Veterans Unlock the Healing Power of Writing: How Poetry and Music Help Warriors Heal Marine veteran Nick Morrison had four days to transition from a...
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Let’s Talk About Postvention
About Postvention My name is Maya Issa, and I am an Intake Coordinator at The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD, San Diego. I am here with...
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Hypervigilance and Hyper-Arousal
The Dual Phenomena of Hypervigilance and Hyper-Arousal In previous discussions, we delved deep into the four ‘clusters’ of PTSD symptoms: intrusive thoughts...
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Why am I still here?
CAREGIVING TLC So many of my aging clients ask this question aloud to friends, family, and/or anyone else within earshot. And I never know quite how to...
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WWP’s Soldier Ride – Military Caregivers Pedal Their Way to Self-Care
Military Caregivers Pedal Their Way to Self-Care with Military Caregivers Pedal Their Way to Self-Care with WWP’s Soldier Ride Wounded Warrior Project’s...
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Courage and Service (Purple Heart)
Courage and Service Chips, a German Shepard mix, is the only animal to receive the Purple Heart Medal. Man’s best friend for sure, Chips helped his squadron...
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Say Her Name!
Say Her Name! On May 5, 2023, the President of the United States of America declared Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day… To support...
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Strategies to Support Mental Health During PCS Season
Strategies to Support Mental Health During PCS Season It is that time of year again – Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season. For military families,...
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Army Ranger Gives Thumbs Up After Surviving Building Collapse
Army Ranger Gives Thumbs Up After Surviving Building Collapse How Army Ranger John Rego’s Physical and Mental Healing Journey Came Full Circle...
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