Do you, or do you think you have PTSD?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 19:30:13 -0500

Upload this link. It's an app called PTSD coach. I use it regularly. It will help you understand why you are feeling the way you do, and what steps you can take to help. It's from the VA system. At least, give it a shot. It may be what you're looking for. http://www.ptsd.va.gov

PTSD: National Center for PTSD Home

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that can occur after a traumatic event like war, assault, or disaster. PTSD treatment can help. Find handouts, apps, videos, and courses based on current research. This site provides educational resources for Veterans and also for health care providers, researchers, and the general public.

Response by SSgt Obom Bowen made Mar 11 at 2016 7:50 PM

SSgt Obom Bowen — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 19:50:40 -0500

I dont think i know i Have PTSD brother.

Response by TSgt Dawn Premock made Mar 11 at 2016 8:37 PM

TSgt Dawn Premock — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 20:37:38 -0500

I know I have it

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 11 at 2016 9:03 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 21:03:32 -0500

I don't think I do but my wife thinks that I do.

Response by SFC William Farrell made Mar 11 at 2016 9:17 PM

SFC William Farrell — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 21:17:15 -0500

Always good info SGT Private RallyPoint Member, thank you. I have it and am rated by VA for it.

Response by SSgt Obom Bowen made Mar 11 at 2016 9:54 PM

SSgt Obom Bowen — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 21:54:20 -0500

MY PTSD and i have a simple understanding like an old married Couple now a days SGT Private RallyPoint Member

Response by LTC Charles T Dalbec made Mar 11 at 2016 9:57 PM

LTC Charles T Dalbec — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 21:57:37 -0500

I Sure Do PRAY for those with PTSD.....

Response by COL Charles Williams made Mar 11 at 2016 11:08 PM

COL Charles Williams — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 23:08:26 -0500

SGT Private RallyPoint Member I do.

Response by SPC Harold Bustamante made Mar 11 at 2016 11:54 PM

SPC Harold Bustamante — Fri, 11 Mar 2016 23:54:20 -0500

I know I have had it for 20 years but did not recognize it for a long time. I change my eating habits, awakened to spirituality, healed from Gulf War syndrome vaccinations, and yes I'm legal MMJ and very responsible in society now . It came out more in relationships that triggered me and have had to look at how i see and act/react .. Stress from money and life... I'm way better and live everyday in positive optimistic mindsets... its not a battle but i know it can come out... i know the signs..

Response by CPO Amb. Terry Earthwind Nichols made Mar 12 at 2016 8:32 AM

CPO Amb. Terry Earthwind Nichols — Sat, 12 Mar 2016 08:32:45 -0500

Great app. My clients all gate it for themselves as well as family.

Response by SGT Sean Lynch made Mar 15 at 2016 8:20 AM

SGT Sean Lynch — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 08:20:23 -0400

I went to the VA 2 weeks ago for help. After talking to the psychologist, I was given antidepressants.

Response by MSG Bonnie Casler made Mar 15 at 2016 9:49 AM

MSG Bonnie Casler — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 09:49:33 -0400

I have complex PTSD and have been at battle with it for nine years. I did not know I had it for 30 years. Every one around me did. I have that app. Another APP I just got that was reccomended by my psychologist is the virtual hope box. You make it personal by adding your photos, much, quotes, and games. There is also coping skills. It is free. Check it out. Just another tool

Response by SP5 William Glass made Mar 15 at 2016 10:12 AM

SP5 William Glass — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 10:12:25 -0400

Yes I too suffer from PTSD. Unfortunately I didn't know about PTSD until the early part of 2003. A friend finally was able to talk some sense in me and I then went to the VA and got the help I needed, but also the help my family needed. I didn't realize how much pain and suffering I was causing my own family before I got the help I needed. I encourage all veterans, especially Vietnam veterans, to get the help they need.

Response by CW3 Tim Karwal made Mar 15 at 2016 11:37 AM

CW3 Tim Karwal — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 11:37:51 -0400

My issue with the VA is that the majority of the folks there claiming to help us have no experience in what we have done or combat for that matter. When you are automatically diagnosed (not me), without regard to any input from yourself, by somebody that has only read about combat and PTSD they are guessing without any practical experience. This applies to everything else in life also, so don't think that I am trying to deflect. Would you hire somebody without experience, if you owned a business, versus somebody that had experience? The question that KILLS me every time I think of our current administration.
With no practical experience I find it difficult for anybody to have an "understanding" of what we have gone through overseas in the cat boxes, and how to do a job.
Just my two cents worth.

Response by LTC Wayne Dandridge made Mar 15 at 2016 12:35 PM

LTC Wayne Dandridge — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 12:35:58 -0400

Received great and successful PTSD treatment at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center. Waited too long (42 years) to get help

Response by PO1 Aaron Baltosser made Mar 15 at 2016 2:26 PM

PO1 Aaron Baltosser — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 14:26:41 -0400

I do have that as a burden. It was part of my cost for service to my country. I'll bear that cost, and work daily to improve my mental outlook, and develop techniques that work for me to prevent complications from interacting with others. Still sensitive to sound, sleep poorly, and sleep so lightly I swear I can hear an ant crawl across my patio three rooms away. Part of my plan to resolve the great dislike for what I describe as "extra noise" is finding a place set back from the road, on a road rarely traveled. Not a fan of crowds and prople in general. The quiet of a remote place sounds pretty good to me.

Response by SPC James Dollins made Mar 15 at 2016 3:04 PM

SPC James Dollins — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 15:04:16 -0400

I don't think I have PTSD.... I KNOW I have PTSD!! Lol So does everyone around me if I somehow miss a dose of meds!

Response by MSG Mitch Dowler made Mar 15 at 2016 6:13 PM

MSG Mitch Dowler — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 18:13:43 -0400

I have nothing that would cause the VA to eliminate my civil rights. That is my final answer.

Response by SrA Jerry Mitchell made Mar 15 at 2016 8:10 PM

SrA Jerry Mitchell — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 20:10:05 -0400

How do you know? when your doctor at the V.A. is a foreign doctor, who can barely speak English?

Response by SGT Philip Roncari made Mar 15 at 2016 8:59 PM

SGT Philip Roncari — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 20:59:02 -0400

I must have had it long ago but everything softens with age the young people in the military now should use all the help available to face these demons brought on by war

Response by PO1 Kevin Dougherty made Mar 15 at 2016 11:42 PM

PO1 Kevin Dougherty — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 23:42:37 -0400

Hmmm ... the question I think is not do you have it. I think most who have served do, whether military, or any sort of first responder. We all have suffered trauma of one sort or another. Some combat, and some non-combat. The bulk of mine would be in the latter category. Every victim who dies in your arms, everyone you could not save takes a toll, especially the children. I have been out of Fire and EMS for over 15 years now, and I still see the children. So yea, it's there. The larger question is can and how you live with it. As some observed earlier prayer and faith are big helps.

Response by LCpl Steve Smith made Mar 16 at 2016 4:58 AM

LCpl Steve Smith — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 04:58:47 -0400

COL Mikel J. Burroughs just an fyi

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Mar 16 at 2016 3:42 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 15:42:39 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member Very awesome - thanks for sharing. If after going through this you want to reach out for more support please check out this video and message below:
https://youtu.be/ayNgLADDRA0

RP Members there will be a Webinar Thursday, March 17, at 7:00 PM EST for all those veterans interested in joining Sponsor a Vet Life that suffer from PTSD, TBI, MST, and that are severely disabled (or) for individuals that would like to Volunteer to help other veterans in this very important endeavor.

Here is the link to register for Thursday's webinar: http://www.sponsoravet.life/#!webinar-/dxphe

1. PRIMARY Goal – help STOP Suicides - We are reaching out to veterans or active duty service members with PTSD, TBI, MST or that are severely disabled that want to join the Sponsor a Vet Life Program. This program is not tied to the VA, nor will it affect your current benefits. You can also come in anonymously if you like!

2. We are looking for veterans, spouses, or caregivers that have senior level experience (minimum of 5 to 6 years) that would like to volunteer their services in a number of areas: Human Resources, Bookkeeping, IT Managers, Project Management, Operations Management, Marketing Management, and Administrative Assistants that can commit to a minimum of 10 hours a week working online to support Sponsor a Vet Life.

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If March 17th, Thursday doesn't work for you, there are Thursday night webinars going all the way through April 2016 that you can attend. Just go to the link and register.

You will need to be on a laptop or computer and can attend the webinar form the comfort of your own home. There is no obligation on your part, but to just watch and learn. You can ask questions and provide feedback. I hope you will join us Thursday!

Please take a look at the Newsletter explaining the services that we are building in the Virtual World for Veterans, active duty service members, and their families:

https://www.smore.com/x19ep

THIS IS NOT A GAME!

RP Contacts can you respond and pass this information on to at least (20) of your connections please:

Colonel Burroughs Sponsor a Vet Webinar Invitation

Colonel (Ret) Mikel Burroughs inviting individuals to attend the Sponsor a Vet Life Webinar

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Mar 16 at 2016 3:43 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 15:43:15 -0400

SGT Private RallyPoint Member I owe you several big "thumbs up"

Response by AN Monte Pritchett made Mar 19 at 2016 1:50 AM

AN Monte Pritchett — Sat, 19 Mar 2016 01:50:34 -0400

If you ask me, PTSD is the worst thing ever bestowed upon me or anyone else! If you're ever diagnosed with it, PLEASE GET HELP! Being strong and having dealt with this affliction for a number of years and receiving all types of treatments, I'm great at lending a brotherly ear...we need that! My prayer is for all of us that has to deal with this disease, the most quality of help. God knows we need it!
MP

Response by SSgt Robert Kitchens made Mar 19 at 2016 3:13 PM

SSgt Robert Kitchens — Sat, 19 Mar 2016 15:13:13 -0400

Yes I do have PTSD. Already on my chart with the VA.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 23 at 2016 8:21 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 20:21:33 -0400

Nope. The VA 0% me because I have a combat badge and one or more PHs. At least that's what they told me.