Posted on Jan 30, 2017
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Some of the service members on PatientsLikeMe have been discussing the different treatments they’ve used to manage their PTSD. Join the discussion with other service members or vets on PatientsLikeMe, join today at http://www.patientslikeme.com/join/rallypoint (it’s free)!
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SPC Brian Mason
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I didn't at first. I'm sharing, because our brothers and sisters need help from us as well.
I was quick to anger and cussed almost more than I breathed air. Had a bad view of a lot of people based on looking at them. I got help through the VA near me years ago. It took over a year of me putting it off before I got fed up with how I was. Music was my best help; always has been.
I've done one-on-one and group counseling. Both were helpful. I've done a short, temporary regiment of prescription drugs. I've been 'good' for almost 2 years give or take now. Am I fixed? No. Am I damaged? I would say I'm changed. I doubt I'll ever get over it. The many things that have caused it will be with me till I die. Learning to manage it, with people who can empathize with you will help. Don't turn down the VA. There's a lot of problems the people who work for it face. It's not entirely their fault, but that's for another day.
I will tell you that most veterans are willing to help if you just ask.
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Very well stated, and I've done all that you mentioned I still have a short fuse, but the VA has helped me. The other issue is I think TBI has a lot to do with some of my problems, and it's hard getting the VA help for that.but they are helping.
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GySgt Melissa Gravila
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I help others-I firmly believe in karma, you pay it forward, you do the right thing. And each morning I get up look in the mirror and decide to have the best day I can have. Life is about choices- I choose to be happy, to be blessed. Sometimes I miss the mark, but there is always tomorrow to get up and try again.
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SFC(P) Howitzer Section Chief
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Tip #1 Surround yourself by positive people.
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