Strict adherence to traditional masculinity associated with more severe PTSD in vets
Traditional concepts of masculinity, including self-reliance and emotional suppression, leads to an increased risk of PTSD in veterans.... Read More...
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Concussion May Increase Parkinson’s Risk
A new study reveals veterans who suffered a concussion are at a 56% increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.... Read More...
Veterans With PTSD Have An Increased ‘Fight or Flight’ Response
During times of mental stress, young veterans with PTSD show increased 'fight or flight' response, a new study reports.... Read More...
Tai Chi Helps Manage Intrusive Thoughts in Veterans With PTSD
Researchers report practicing Tai Chi can help to alleviate some of the symptoms of PTSD for veterans.... Read More...
Study Points to Gene Based Glitches in Ill Gulf War Veterans
Certain alleles of HLA genes offer protection from Gulf War Illness, a new study reports.... Read More...
Fish Oil May Help Improve Mood in Veterans
Researchers report lower Omega 3 levels in veterans who expressed an increased risk of being depressed or suicidal.... Read More...
Higher Rates of Mental Health Problems in Transgender Veterans
A new study reports than among veterans who identify as transgender, 90 percent have at least one mental health diagnosis.... Read More...
Baby, Are We Born To Run? Love of Exercise Begins in the Womb
Researchers report veterans with PTSD were better able to manage invasive traumatic memories with the help of mindfulness training.... Read More...
Brain Changes Seen in Veterans With PTSD Following Mindfulness Training
Researchers report veterans with PTSD were better able to manage invasive traumatic memories with the help of mindfulness training.... Read More...
Neuroimaging Predicts Long-Term Effects of Combat Brain Injury in Veterans
DTI neuroimaging may be able to predict functional post combat outcomes for veterans who suffered concussions or brain injuries while on duty, a new study reports.... Read More...
PTSD Linked to Accelerated Aging
Two new studies of veterans draw a link between PTSD and accelerated, premature aging.... Read More...
Insurgency Phase of Iraq War Tied to Higher Rates of PTSD
According to a new study, guerrilla tactics, such as road side bombs and suicide attacks, may trigger more PTSD symptoms in veterans than conventional warfare.... Read More...