6 Months After Riot, Capitol Police Face Multiple Crises

The New York Times

During the mayhem on Jan. 6, officers lacking helmets sustained brain injuries, cracked ribs and shattered spinal discs. ... Dozens, if not hundreds, of officers are expected to experience post-traumatic stress disorder, experts say.   -- For information on Treatments for PTSD please visit The Treatment Hub.

Posted on BrainLine July 13, 2021.

Afghanistan War Vet Jason Kander Confronts His PTSD in - Here. Is. Better.

Military.com

Kander talks openly about his condition for the first time in the new documentary "Here. Is. Better." from Emmy-winning director Jack Youngelson. The film also profiles Dr. Kathleen Chard and her women veterans' treatment group at the PTSD and Anxiety Disorders Division at the Cincinnati Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Posted on BrainLine July 13, 2021.

Helping Runners With Long Covid Get Back on Their Feet

The New York Times

Not being able to run has made coping with the lingering side effects of her illness, which include reduced lung capacity, cognitive delays, edema, neuropathy and post-traumatic stress disorder, much more difficult. In the past, “running was how I was able to escape,” she said.

Posted on BrainLine July 12, 2021.

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