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Military Times | Mar 1, 2021

O’Brien spoke about the inspiration behind writing his final book, the perceived meaning of his life’s work, the trauma he’s endured, and his anticipation of confronting his own mortality.

Forbes | Mar 1, 2021

The Battle Brothers Foundation has received approval to launch an observational study on the use of medical cannabis to help combat PTSD in veterans.

Yahoo! Life | Mar 1, 2021

A new study published in JAMA Psychiatry found that more than 30 percent of COVID-19 survivors may develop PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)

NPR | Mar 1, 2021

CalFire Captain Matt Newberry has been fighting fire for more than two decades, but he and his crew hit a wall last year. Climate change is increasing the frequency, intensity, and range of wildfires, putting psychological strain on those tasked with trying to contain them.

CBS News | Mar 1, 2021

New studies show that nearly half may have mental health issues including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and PTSD.

Army Times | Mar 1, 2021

Army-funded research shows possible Alzheimer's link with blast exposure, even without a brain injury diagnosis.

CNN | Mar 1, 2021

The Q-Collar could help reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury.

CBS News / 60 Minutes | Mar 1, 2021

U.S. troops that were stationed at Al Asad Airbase in Iraq are still feeling the effects from Iranian ballistic missiles more than one year after the attack.

Variety | Feb 23, 2021

Lee takes the baton, portraying the lasting mental scars the war left on these veterans, namely post-traumatic stress disorder, as portrayed through the character of Paul (Delroy Lindo).

Psychology Today | Feb 23, 2021

Although traumatic brain injuries involve brain-related symptoms, other organs including the immune system, GI system, lungs, and heart may also be compromised.

WUNC | Feb 23, 2021

"The majority of us bonded well, but you did have that pocket of die-hard racists. That made it difficult, as a Black man, to be comfortable in a firefight or encounter with the enemy."

KLLC / NPR Oregon | Feb 23, 2021

During last fall’s devastating wildfires, Oregon firefighters were on the front lines-- and the public was grateful. But the job takes a toll. 

Yahoo! Finance | Feb 19, 2021

Telehealth Usage More Than Doubled During the Pandemic; Centre for Neuro Skills Reports 93% of Patients and Families Recommend Telehealth

Homeland Magazine | Feb 19, 2021

Actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise and his Foundation announce the launch of a cognitive health and mental wellness network providing transformative care to veterans and first responders experiencing post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries, and substance abuse: the Gary Sinise Foundation Avalon Network.

BBC | Feb 18, 2021

A group called Progressive Rugby want changes to tackle the issue of serious head and brain injury.

The Guardian | Feb 17, 2021

Exclusive: The plan – if accepted by the league – would represent a watershed moment in the recognition and treatment of players suffering from the effects of head injuries

NPR | Feb 16, 2021

Through his Virginia-based company A Place To Be, Sweitzer mostly works with children and adults who have disabilities and traumatic brain injury. "I'm really using music for uplifting the emotions," he explains, "for redirecting and reflecting and working through the pain that they're having emotionally."

 

Voice of America | Feb 16, 2021

After Navy veteran Maxwell Moore returned home to Los Angeles following numerous tours to war zones in Iraq and Afghanistan, the local Veterans Affairs office urged him to find a hobby to help him deal with his post-traumatic stress disorder.

The Conversation | Feb 16, 2021

While the situations may be different, there might be some lessons we can learn from studies of PTSD in military veterans to help NHS workers cope during the pandemic.

The New York Times | Feb 12, 2021

The impeachment trial of former President Donald J. Trump has heightened attention on the rioters’ attacks on officers, some of which resulted in serious damage.

Psychology Today | Feb 12, 2021

How concussion detrimentally impacts the processing capacity of the brain.

Verywell Health | Feb 12, 2021

Researchers in Canada focused on identifying the relationships between four factors in mid-age and older adults: ethnicity, immigration status, PTSD, and nutrition.

BBC | Feb 9, 2021

People with breathing problems related to Covid-19 who receive no medical help could still suffer from symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, a study suggests.

Verywell Health | Feb 8, 2021

Many people may be going through life experiencing concussion-like symptoms—like headaches, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating—without ever suffering an injury.

The Guardian | Feb 8, 2021

While football and rugby make adjustments, clashes of heads continue in Japan’s national sport