Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Gateway to PTSD Information New!
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Fact Sheet New!
Published International Literature On Traumatic Stress (PILOTS) New!
An electronic index to the worldwide literature on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental-health consequences of exposure to traumatic events. It is produced by the National Center for PTSD, and is electronically available to the public.
Frequently Asked Questions about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Employment New!
Teaches tools to deal with difficult deployment reminders that may occur in the daily lives of service members or veterans. Offers an assessment, an electronic-library, game-based simulations, and narrator-guided self-help workshops.
Provides resources for parents and families on traumatic stress. Includes resources to help children cope with fear and anxiety.
Blue Star Mothers of America's Guide to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Bob Woodruff Family Foundation
Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress
Coping with Post-Traumatic Stress Tool Kit
Dealing with the Effects of Trauma - A Self-Help Guide
Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health & Traumatic Brain Injury
A collaborative effort within the Department of Defense (DoD) that works to improve psychological health and traumatic brain injury (TBI) treatment of service members. Component organizations include the Defense & Veterans Brain Injury Center (DVBIC), the Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP), the Deployment Health Clinical Center (DHCC), the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS) and the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE).
Provides basic information about dual diagnosis. A person who has both an alcohol or drug problem and an emotional/psychiatric problem is said to have a dual diagnosis. Find help in your state.
Give an Hour - Free Mental Health Services
The intent of this grant is to study the impact of existing national, state, and/or local community-based programs addressing the adjustment and mental health needs of recent combat veterans, including returning National Guard, Army Reserve and newly separated active duty personnel. Initial deadline for receipt of letters of intent is September 28, 2008. Applications are due by October 28, 2008 and May 1, 2009.
Invisible Wounds of War Monograph
RAND Corporation study on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression and Traumatic Brain Injury. Find information on post-deployment stress and what families can do.
Mental Health America Directory
Mental Health Resources for Returning Veterans & Their Families
Information for returning veterans and their families about prevention, treatment and recovery support for mental health and substance use disorders. Include resources for military families coping with trauma.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Information
Information on PTSD from NAMI, including symptoms, treatment and available resources.
National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
National Institute of Mental Health - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Research Study
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Information from Vietnam Veterans of America on PTSD, including how to get help and tips on working with service providers.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Problems with Alcohol Use
Fact sheet from the National Center for PTSD on the link between PTSD and alcohol abuse. Document is in .pdf format.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - A Real Illness
Explains what PTSD is, when it starts, how long it lasts and how to get help. Includes a self-test. The brochure can be downloaded in .pdf format.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Clinical Practice Guidelines
VA/DoD guidelines for the treatment of PTSD. Various documents available in .pdf format, including a pocket guide on acute stress disorder.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Information for Mental Health Care Providers
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 101
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Information Gateway
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatment Programs
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Video
Video from the Pentagon Channel about PTSD called The Wounds Within.
Returning from the War Zone - A Guide for Families of Military Personnel
State Programs to Facilitate the Reintegration of National Guard Troops Returning from Deployment
Support and Family Education (SAFE) - Mental Health Facts for Families
Tips for Survivors of a Traumatic Event
Trauma Spectrum Disorders - Effects of Gender & Race
Conference sponsored by DoD/DCoE, NIH and DVA will take place on October 1-2, 2008 in Bethesda, MD. Download the agenda in .pdf format. Registration closes on September 19.
Treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Information from the National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) regarding types of treatments that are available.
Offer readjustment counseling and outreach services to all veterans who served in any combat zone. Services are also available for their family members for military related issues.
Veterans & Families Coming Home - What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
War Zone Related Stress Reactions - What Families Need to Know
Fact sheet developed by the National Center for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) provides information and tips for families.
War-Zone-Related Stress Reactions - What Veterans Need to Know
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?