Here’s How You Can Identify PTSD Triggers Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental condition that occurs to individuals who have either experienced a traumatic event firsthand or witnessed one. Once thought of as a disorder suffered only by those who have been in combat situations, PTSD is now recognized as a mental health condition ... PTSD Trauma Reminders: TriggersRead More
Be Prepared for Any Emergency This Season Winterizing your vehicle is not the only thing you need to be concerned about this winter. This is one of the most dangerous times to go on the road this year, with 24% of weather-related vehicle crashes occurring this season. According to the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, 15% of ... 8 Important Things to Keep in Your Car During WinterRead More
Anniversaries Aren’t Always Happy Occasions Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental condition caused by severe trauma. It’s a disorder that can leave its victim emotionally drained or out of control as they constantly relive the traumatic experience that triggered this condition. The disorder is not something that happens at random. There are internal and ... PTSD Trauma Reminders: AnniversariesRead More
This March, Be More Vigilant in Seeing Early Signs of TBI The brain is one of the primary organs of the human body. It’s part of our body’s central nervous system. The brain is responsible for controlling our thoughts, movements of our arms and legs, and the functions of many organs of our body. That’s ... Brain Injury Awareness Month: Red Flags You Need to Watch Out ForRead More
Why Mental Health Issues Afflict Many U.S. Vets Over two million Americans fought in the wars against terror in Iraq (2003-2018) and Afghanistan (2003-2018). According to Brown University’s Costs of War Project, the war in Iraq killed 4,550 U.S. troops while the war in Afghanistan cost the lives of 2,401 service members. Not all those ... Afghanistan/Iraq Veterans and PTSDRead More
3 Most Common Car Problems with Cold Weather Freezing weather affects your vehicle just as much as it affects people. Unfortunately, since your car can’t regulate its temperature on its own and can’t put on a sweater, sub-zero temperatures can wreak havoc on your ride. Wintry weather brings tons of car problems, especially to new ... Your Car Can’t Handle Cold Weather? Donate It!Read More
3 Things You Can Do with Your RV at This Time Owning an RV or a recreational vehicle used to mean lots of fun. For people wanting to venture out into the wild but unwilling to give up the comforts of home, an RV was a dream come true. You get to travel, see the ... Can’t Travel Anymore In Your RV Due to the Pandemic? Donate It!Read More
Tips to Bridge the Gap with Your Partner After a Long Separation A long-distance relationship is hard enough in a normal partnership. Military spouses have it even worse. Apart from trying to circumvent time and distance, military spouses have to constantly worry about the safety of their partners while they are deployed overseas. For a ... How To Reconnect With Your Spouse After A Long DeploymentRead More
Ways to Support Our Homeless Veterans: Thousands of Them Are Crying Out for Help Homelessness has always been an issue for our former military members. Sad to say, it’s no longer uncommon for us to encounter a veteran begging for alms or food on our streets. Without any job or source of income, thousands of ... Ways to Support Our Homeless VeteransRead More
Explore the Therapy’s Benefits This February Recreational therapy offers a unique type of support that’s different from other therapy techniques. It’s a form of therapy that uses engaging activities such as dancing or sports to improve a person’s well-being. Typically, seniors and those recovering from a disease or injury are the types of people who ... 3 Top Activities to Try on National Recreational Therapy MonthRead More