Posted by
Corina Notyce, DCoE Strategic Communications on August 12, 2011
U.S. Army photo by Dennis Johnson
For many service members homecomings, although a very joyful time, can also be a stressful and challenging period.
It’s common for service members to experience a certain level of stress, anxiety or other psychological health concerns as they reintegrate back home and into their communities, especially among those deployed to hostile environments.
If you’re transitioning from deployment, know that you’re not alone and there is help and support available for post-deployment concerns, such as afterdeployment.dcoe.mil.
What is afterdeployment.dcoe.mil?
afterdeployment.dcoe.mil is an interactive behavioral health resource supporting warriors, veterans, families and providers. The website provides information on several topics to include the challenges service members routinely face in the months following deployment. No matter where you are, if you have an Internet connection you can access a variety of online behavioral tools to include self-assessments, self-paced workshops, videos featuring service members and families, and resources throughout the site.
You’ll find information and self-guided solutions for dealing with:
Find more topics here.
Transitioning back to home life or coping with psychological health concerns with help from tools and resources is also easier because of smart technology. National Center for Telehealth and Technology (T2), a DCoE component center, manages afterdeployment.dcoe.mil, and has developed mobile applications to help service members and veterans cope with mental health concerns via the privacy and ease of their mobile phone. For example, users can take a self-assessment and manage symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder using the PTSD Coach mobile app. This type of popular and convenient technology helps service members and families access support in real-time. For more details, read the DCoE blog post “Mobile Applications for Mental Health.”
Although web-based resources like afterdeployment.dcoe.mil and mobile apps are helpful, they aren’t meant to be a substitute for traditional health care. If problems persist or seriously interfere with your day-to-day functioning, you should seek professional support. Not sure where to turn? Try contacting the DCoE Outreach Center at 866-966-1020, email or live chat. Trained health professionals are available 24/7 and can help get you the resources you need or point you in the right direction. Don’t struggle alone.
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