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Dr. Nomi Levy-Carrick, a psychiatrist at Brigham and Women's Hospital, said that while first responders have been trained to deal with the physical and mental demands of their job, that training does not make them invulnerable to the trauma they witness -- and may internalize -- while on scene.

Miscarriage, which by some estimates occurs in 1 in 4 pregnancies, can be a very painful experience for pregnant women — but less acknowledged is the pain their partners feel, too. Over the next months, I worked through my emotions and healed from physical symptoms of our miscarriage, but I sometimes forgot that my husband, Peter, had endured a big emotional trauma as well.

The trauma of war or sexual abuse can be a lifelong struggle. But, therapists in Brookline believe a treatment using the drug MDMA, better known as ecstasy, is the key to bringing relief to those suffering from PTSD.

Doctors and nurses are reeling from new Covid cases, staff burnout and the prolonged stress of dealing with the pandemic. -- For information on treatments for PTSD please visit The Treatment Hub.

"Have headphones, avoiding the area altogether. I would encourage that they actually watch the fireworks display, use their grounding techniques, getting their five senses involved and be present."  For PTSD treatment options visit The Treatment Hub

While “triggers” have been politicized and even used to mock those who suffer trauma, post traumatic stress disorder is no laughing matter. For PTSD treatment options please visit The Treatment Hub.

June is PTSD awareness month. The pandemic has made treatment difficult for those who have the disorder.

Telehealth and online medical appointments will remain a key part of veterans health care even after the pandemic disappears, the Veterans Affairs secretary promised on Wednesday. But department officials may need Congress’ help to ensure that.

A nuclear veteran who was part of a crew tasked with flying a plane through a mushroom cloud has told how he still lives with "shell shock" decades on.

Built for relaxation and a place for veterans to refocus, Operation Patriots FOB sits on over 260 acres in Ridgeland, S.C.

The majority of the suicides are among veterans, according to a Brown University report.