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The USO of North Carolina put on relaxing events across the state on Sunday, which is PTSD Awareness Day – a day to help those affected with PTSD.

To mark National PTSD Awareness Day on Sunday June 27, we hear the story of a disabled veteran and his wife, and their journey through trauma and its aftermath.

Despite mass vaccinations and lower rates of infections in the U.S., the post-COVID recovery is far from over. For some, this may include post-traumatic stress disorder or new or continuing symptoms — with little relief available. 

To learn more about treatments for PTSD visit The Treatment Hub

Some psychologists say there could be a connection between pandemic-related mental health issues and behavioral changes that are starting to manifest across the country.

Vietnam veteran Mike Spotswood says it’s a place where other veterans can call in, feel comfort and camaraderie. Spotswood has struggled with PTSD, and with his shows, says it’s a win-win situation to help veterans heal and it’s therapeutic for him.

Of all the injuries we suffered, mine is the worst. My brain injury has shaken my confidence in my own personality, my own existence.

Nearly 50 years after the end of the Vietnam War, a disturbing number of Americans still believe the stereotype that veterans are ticking time bombs ready to explode at the first provocation, a new survey has found.

After the distressing birth of his daughter, Elliott Rae struggled with post-traumatic stress disorder but went without help for over a year. He's now urging dads to talk about their problems - and to avoid the agony he went through.

“This is nothing to be ashamed of, there is help out there” Dr. David Clayman, Clinical & Forensic Psychologist.

To learn more about treatments for PTSD visit The Treatment Hub

The former heavyweight champion says psychedelics would have helped him with his mental health during his career. Some scientists and companies agree

"Women are twice as likely to suffer from dementia and Alzheimer's anyway, and footballers are three times more likely to suffer those diseases on top of that. Even heading a ball can be damaging, it's frightening what can happen."

"There's lingering anxiety and mental health issues, including depression and post-traumatic stress from what everyone went through a year ago. That heightened sense of anxiety and fear is pervasive."