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The PTSD Trap: Our Overdiagnosis of PTSD In Vets Is Enough to Make You Sick | Wired Science | Wired.com

wired.com — “Author's note: This story originally appeared in Scientific American, April 2009. As the suggestion of U.S. Army medical student Petulant Skeptic (see” View full resource at wired.com

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Study identifies genes linked to post-traumatic stress disorder - latimes.com

latimes.com — “UCLA researchers studying DNA from Armenian quake victims find two specific genetic variations that contribute to post-traumatic stress disorder.” View full resource at latimes.com

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medicalnewstoday.com — “Why do some persons succumb to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) while others who suffered the same ordeal do not? A new UCLA study may shed light on the answer.UCLA scientists have” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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PTSD: 911 Emergency Dispatchers at Risk - ABC News

abcnews.go.com — “Dispatchers who handle 911s can develop PTSD from their indirect exposure to children's deaths, people threatening suicide and shootings of law enforcement officers.” View full resource at abcnews.go.com

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Study Shows Opiate Abuse by Some US Forces with Mental Disorders | Health | English

voanews.com — “Study says war veterans with a condition known as post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, were twice as likely to be on high-risk drugs as those with no mental health issues” View full resource at voanews.com

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Catherine Jensen, Counselor, Seattle, WA 98119 | Psychology Today's Therapy Directory

therapists.psychologytoday.com — “Psychology Today: Catherine Jensen, Counselor, Seattle, WA 98119, As a therapist, my intent is to offer a safe space where you feel invited to share your story. Therapy provides a unique opportunity to heal the wounds of your past while in the presence of a caring other. My clients bring a vast array of issues to therapy, including depression, anxiety and relational conflict. I specialize in recovery from sexual, emotional or physical abuse, PTSD and grief work.” View full resource at therapists.psychologytoday.com

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Staff Sgt. Bales Case Shows Stigma, Paradox Of PTSD : NPR

npr.org — “Growing awareness about PTSD has had a downside, namely that civilians now assume veterans are likely to have psychological issues. Yet while in the military, many say they feel pressure to hide their problems. The recent mass shooting in Afghanistan has fueled misconceptions and further complicated efforts to treat PTSD.” View full resource at npr.org

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - NATIONAL CENTER for PTSD

ptsd.va.gov — “This PTSD 101 online course describes the theories underlying ACT, illustrates the clinical application of ACT for PTSD, and reviews the limited empirical support for ACT applied to PTSD patients.” View full resource at ptsd.va.gov

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Study reconfirms specific genetic risks associated with PTSD

news-medical.net — “A new study released by Geisinger Health System researchers and appearing in the journal Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment reconfirms specific genetic risks associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and hopes to identify better screening and treatment options for the condition.” View full resource at news-medical.net

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Denver Woman Accused of Faking PTSD to Dodge Jury Duty - ABC News

abcnews.go.com — “Susan Cole, 57, has been charged with perjury and attempting to influence a public servant. (Image credit: KMGB/ABC News) A Denver woman is facing felony charges for allegedly faking post-traumatic stress disorder to dodge jury duty. Susan Cole, 57, arrived for jury selection in June looking purposefully disheveled, wearing curlers in her hair and mismatched shoes, according to an affidavit obtained by the Denver Post. Cole reportedly told Denver District Court Judge An” View full resource at abcnews.go.com

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Post-Traumatic Stress’s Surprisingly Positive Flip Side - NYTimes.com

nytimes.com — “Some soldiers respond to the trauma of combat with a new sense of hope. How crazy is that?” View full resource at nytimes.com

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Improved Understanding Of Memory Formation Leads To New Insight Into Disorders Like Schizophrenia And PTSD

medicalnewstoday.com — “Scripps Research Institute scientists and their colleagues have successfully harnessed neurons in mouse brains, allowing them to at least partially control a specific memory. Though just an initia” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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Post-Traumatic Stress’s Surprisingly Positive Flip Side - NYTimes.com

nytimes.com — “Some soldiers respond to the trauma of combat with a new sense of hope. How crazy is that?” View full resource at nytimes.com

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