Veterans August 26 Veterans with PTSD get 'significant' benefits from service dogs, first NIH-funded study finds The first NIH-funded clinical trial on service dogs and their impact on PTSD in military veterans found strong results. The lead study author and a Marine veteran discussed it.
LIFESTYLE August 23 Meet the American who invented the folding beach chair, Fredric Arnold, WWII hero, innovator, artist, actor Artist and World War II combat pilot Fredric Arnold famously invented the collapsible beach chair, but his most important work was a monumental tribute to American war heroes.
HEALTH August 10 FDA rejects MDMA as psychedelic-based treatment for mental health, PTSD The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday its rejection of MDMA as a treatment for PTSD. Veterans have long advocated for its approval.
Politics August 9 Veterans advocate for MDMA, also known as ecstasy, to be used in therapy to treat PTSD The FDA's decision Aug. 11 could mark a major shift in PTSD treatment for veterans. MDMA-AT, more commonly known as ecstasy or molly, shows promising results in therapy.
MENTAL HEALTH August 3 Freed American prisoners Gershkovich and Whelan may face ‘disruptive’ trauma, say mental health experts Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and American veteran Paul Whelan are safely back on U.S. soil, but they may experience mental health challenges stemming from detainment trauma.
LIFESTYLE July 1 Fourth of July fireworks: 4 tips to help veterans and other PTSD sufferers enjoy the holiday While Independence Day fireworks are a celebratory tradition, many Americans with PTSD could have a hard time with the sudden, loud noises and flashes. Experts share their tips on how to cope.
PTSD June 24 What is PTSD? Symptoms that can emerge after experiencing a traumatic event PTSD can develop after a person experiences a traumatic event. Scary and vivid nightmares and flashbacks are two symptoms that could impact someone struggling with PTSD.
HEALTH June 16 7 important health stories this week you simply can't miss As you prepare for the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 7 of the most impactful stories.
LIFESTYLE June 14 Veterans hike 100 miles from Maine to Massachusetts to raise PTSD awareness: ‘Changed my life’ Eleven veterans walked 100 miles from Maine to Massachusetts to raise awareness of PTSD through the Semper Fi & America's Fund. The group ended at Gillette Stadium after 6 days of hiking.
MILITARY June 13 Veteran and military nonprofits that help America's heroes are focus of 'once-in-a-lifetime' adventure Task Force Expedition, a nonprofit, has organized a Mt. Kilimanjaro climb this summer to raise funds and greater awareness of veteran and military nonprofits. Five charities are involved.