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Those that suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are consistently trying to regain some sense of the normalcy they had before events that caused pieces of themselves to go missing. Misconceptions and stigmas surrounding PTSD get in the way of successful recovery and the ability to return to duty. (U.S. Air Force illustration by Master Sgt. William Vance) A peek behind the curtain: PTSD barriers and stigmas
Effective treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder is possible, but many Airmen falsely think seeking medical help for PTSD will hurt their career and will not help them get better. These stigmas and misconceptions create perceived barriers, preventing Airmen from seeking care. Delaying treatment can cause the anxiety and fear following a traumatic event to affect an Airman’s readiness.
 0 6/20
2018
Richard Rice, a U.S. Army veteran team with service dog Abby, speaks to members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community on how his service dog helps him with post-traumatic stress disorder during a service dog demonstration held in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Oct. 14, 2017. Rice said that since he connected with Abby, he has changed for the better. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Devin M. Rumbaugh) Service Dogs: A different kind of medication
PTSD service dogs have the ability to help veterans in situations where traditional medicines fails.
0 11/08
2017
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