Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
A Clinician's Guide to Medications for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Acupuncturists Without Borders
Offers a Veterans Program that provides free acupuncture treatments for Veterans returning from Iraq or Afghanistan, as well as Veterans from all other past conflicts or wars and their family members.
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
Conducts research on health care quality, costs, outcomes, and patient safety. Supported a study on telepsychiatry (therapy with a psychiatrist via videoconferencing), which has proved helpful to Veterans suffering from combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), who live in rural or underserved areas.
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
Lists resources and provides research relating to trauma and coping with traumatic events such as trauma training and education, terrorism preparedness and trauma consultations. The Center is a partner to the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health & Traumatic Brain Injury. Read the fact sheet about the Center's work.
Clinicians' Trauma Update (CTU)
Newsletter published by the National Center for PTSD that provides summaries of clinically relevant research publications including links to the full article or abstract. Subscribe here.
Coping with Post-Traumatic Stress Tool Kit
Dealing with the Effects of Trauma - A Self-Help Guide
Guide from the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) that helps Veterans and Service Members recognize if traumatic experiences they may have had are causing problems in their personal life or at work. Provides suggestions to help address the effects of trauma.
Defense Centers of Excellence (DCoE) 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).
DoD Deployment-Related Medical Research Program
Addresses the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and mitigation of deployment-related injuries and psychological health concerns of deployed military personnel.
DoD Mental Health Self-Assessment (MHSA) Program
Provides military families and Service Members affected by deployment and mobilization a mental health and alcohol screening and referral program. The Self Assessment for Veterans service is voluntary and anonymous, and it is offered online, by phone, and through special events held at installations and reserve units.
Airing on Thursdays at 3 p.m. (EST), each radio program provides information on military health. Tune in to learn about managing stress, brain injury, combat stress and much more.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Employment
Gateway to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Information
Give an Hour - Free Mental Health Services
Mental Health America (MHA) Affiliate Directory
Mental Health Resources for Returning Veterans & Their Families
Information for returning Veterans and their families from the Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) about prevention, treatment and recovery support for mental health and substance use disorders. Includes 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 Disaster Mental Health Research (NCDMHR)
National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
National Institute of Mental Health - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Research Study
Presents opportunities for those who suffer from the symptoms of PTSD to participate in one of several research studies underway at the National Institute of Mental Health. To find out if you qualify or for more information, call 1-866-627-6464.
Outreach Center for Psychological Health & Traumatic Brain Injury
24-hour/7 days a week outreach center available by phone at 866-966-1020 and by e-mail at resources@dcoeoutreach.org. Operated by the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (DCoE) and provides information and referrals to military Service Members, Veterans, their families and others with questions about psychological health and traumatic brain injury.
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.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - A Real Illness
A resource from the National Institute of Mental Health that explains what PTSD is, when it starts, how long it lasts and how to get help.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Research Fact Sheet
Information from the National Institute of Mental Health on research efforts related to possible risk factors for PTSD.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Fact Sheet
Information about PTSD from Mental Health America, including answers to frequently asked questions regarding symptoms, medical assistance and available resources. Also includes links on where to find treatment and support groups, medication explanations and prescription assistance.
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 Members
Returning from the War Zone - A Guide for Military Personnel
Support & Family Education (SAFE) - Mental Health Facts for Families
Tips for Survivors of a Traumatic Event
Information from SAMHSA's Center for Mental Health Services on what to expect in your personal, family, work and financial life after experiencing a traumatic event.
Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Recovery
Information about PTSD from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).
Offers readjustment counseling and outreach services to Veterans who served in any combat zone. Services are also available for family members on military-related issues.
