There are several cognitive-behavioral treatments that have been found to be effective in addressing the symptoms of PTSD. However, these treatments are only effective to the extent that they are ... Read More

In their monthly feature article, the Anxiety Disorder Association of America (or ADAA) offers some excellent information and tips on how to handle the stress of the holiday season. For ... Read More

Military personnel returning from the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan (Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom) are exhibiting a number of mental health problems, including depression, alcohol use, and ... Read More

People with PTSD are much more likely than those without PTSD to abuse and/or be dependent on alcohol. Alcohol may be used as a way of coping with or self-medicating ... Read More

The holidays are usually a joyous occasion - a time for families to come together and spend time with each other. However, when a family member has PTSD, the holidays ... Read More

The holidays are usually viewed as a time for celebration, family, friends, and fun. However, holidays can also be very stressful, and this may especially be the case for a ... Read More

People who have experienced a traumatic event or have PTSD are more likely to also have other difficulties, such as depression, substance use disorders, or other anxiety disorders. One anxiety ... Read More

Gift from Within is an international, non-profit organization for survivors of trauma and victimization. The organization is a place for survivors, families, and friends to find support. The organization develops ... Read More

People with PTSD can experience high levels of anger. In fact, feeling more irritable or having outbursts of anger is one of the hyperarousal symptoms of PTSD. These difficulties controlling ... Read More

Today is World AIDS Day. Since 1988, December 1st has signified a time for people throughout the world to renew their commitment to the battle against the epidemic of HIV/AIDS. ... Read More

An article from Reuters.com describes a study from the Journal of the American Medical Association which found that U.S. soldiers are at high risk for interpersonal problems, PTSD, depression, and ... Read More