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What does PTSD recovery actually mean? It means having peace in your heart and mind, where now there is some measure of pressured thinking and turmoil. It means noticing the beauty around you, where now you worry about danger around every corner. • • #healingjourney #ptsdsupport #ptsdawareness #recovery #veterans #military #mentalhealthsupport #therapistsofig

Today hits hard for some of those in the military community. According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, 23% of veterans who use VA care have experienced PTSD at some point in their lives, with rates varying significantly across different service eras. For instance, PTSD affects approximately 30% of Vietnam veterans and around 24% of those who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, only about 50% of veterans with PTSD actually pursue professional help, leaving many without the benefits of treatment. This percentage is way too high!! So how can we support our veterans? - Active listening & understanding. Ask someone about their service and give them a space to be vulnerable. -Encourage treatment. -Provide emotional support. Empathy goes a long way. -Provide resources. As a leader of Graphic Packaging International, LLC Global Veterans and Military Advocates resource group, it is my mission to make our veterans and advocate feel a little less alone. Today is your reminder to check in on those around you. Whether they seem like they have it all together or not, because you truly never know what someone is going through. #PTSDawareness #veterans #hireaveteran #supportourveterans #womeninmanufacturing #militaryspouse

“We are taught to be strong, to betray no weakness, but that night I learned to be strong is weakness. Pain should not be avoided. Tears must fall.” - Unknown BBC Screenwriter #PTSD doesn’t often look the way most people expect it to. It’s also not always caused by combat action as is often misconstrued (often by the veterans suffering worst because they don’t understand why they feel the way they do). This outstanding video shows in a really simple way how it affects people’s every day lives, and as importantly, the burden it places on the people around you. #MentalHealth is #health. Poor mental health is poor health. If you’re struggling to cope, the most difficult thing you can do as a #Veteran is to admit it and ask for help. It’s also the most powerful thing you can do - a sign of real strength. #trauma #veteranshelpingveterans #combatstress

June is PTSD Awareness Month Since 9/11, military suicide rates are four times higher than deaths in war operations. Death by suicide has long been a driver of veteran mortality, accounting for four times as many deaths as those in war operations since 9/11, according to a recent paper. The paper also concluded that this finding means the veteran suicide rate is outpacing the suicide rate among non-veterans for the first time since the Vietnam War. https://lnkd.in/gBgfH-9G

Did you know that the shift from military to civilian life is often more stressful than the battlefield? While PTSD is widely recognized, 'Transition Stress' remains in the shadows for many veterans. It's time we shift our focus. If you or a veteran you know is struggling with the transition to civilian life, remember help is just a message away. Through our network of partners, we can connect you with the right resources and support. To dive deeper into the topic of transition stress, tap the link to check out Noah Siple's TED Talk. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eYGwpkdV #VeteranTransition #TransitionStress #MilitaryToCivilian #MilitaryToCivilianTransition #VeteranTransitioning Noah Siple, MBA, PMP

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month, making it a perfect time highlight the mental health challenges faced by many in our communities. Among those who deserve our particular attention are military veterans. These brave individuals have served our country with honor, yet often bear invisible wounds that require our collective support and understanding... 👉 Here are some places to seek help if you or your loved ones need support during and after military service. What else can we add to the list?? #VeteransInIndiana #INvets #InIndiana #Veterans #TransitioningVet #INvetsSuccess

My children have lived in 5 and 4 states and have attended 5 and 4 schools from preschool into grade school. They embody strength and resilience in our family, and they deserve all the recognition and respect I can offer them. As a military family, home is wherever we are together. Shoutout to all the military children out there leading the way. — “The average military family moves every 2-3 years. Deployments typically last more than 7 months. 1 out of 3 military children suffer from anxiety. The average military child will change schools 6-9 times in their K-12 years. In 2003, 900 children lost a parent to war. Out of the 1,256 that died, more than 40 never met the child they left behind. April is the month of the military child. Perhaps the most overlooked part of the military family. Leaving a spouse or being left as a spouse is a heart wrenching feeling. Being a child and not understanding why or where they go is inexplicable. To have strength, courage and faith at such a young age is one of the most admirable things I can think of. Please remember these tiny humans this month, and every month, for all the sacrifices they too have to make. No matter the branch or the rank, we are all one family and our children are the strongest of us all.“ ~ words by Alexandra Zeller 💜 #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #MilitaryKids #MilitaryFamily #ArmyStrong #MilitaryLife #MilitaryChildren #PurpleUp #HonorTheirService #MilitaryAppreciation #AprilAwareness

"There's a me for me now." As a survivor of military sexual trauma (MST), Army veteran Penni Lo'Vette Brown knows what it means to need someone in your corner. Now, as one of DAV's dedicated veterans advocates, she's that person for other #veterans. Penni's story is part of DAV’s special report, "Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness," a comprehensive assessment of the unique factors contributing to the rate of suicide among women veterans and how the system charged with their #mentalhealth care can do better. Learn more at womenveterans.org.

Understanding PTSD: Cultivating Empathy and Support As we navigate our professional and personal lives, it's crucial to recognize and support those affected by PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). This condition, often stemming from traumatic experiences, can significantly impact individuals' daily lives and interactions. Empathy plays a pivotal role in fostering a supportive environment for those managing PTSD. It involves actively listening, understanding triggers, and offering genuine compassion without judgment. By acknowledging the challenges individuals face, we can create inclusive spaces where everyone feels understood and valued. Let's strive to cultivate empathy in our workplaces and communities. By educating ourselves on PTSD and its effects, we empower ourselves to be advocates for mental health awareness and supportive colleagues. #PTSDAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #EmpathyInAction #SupportingEachOther #InclusiveWorkplaces