Stop Abuse Campaign

JUNE 5, 2022

I was born in the midst of World War II and grew up, the first born of an ambitious military man, moving every few years. I threw myself into school and went to an academically rigorous college where a great depression crept over me. I said I’d been to plenty of therapists and they offered only bandaids, palliative therapy.

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Military Addiction Confidentiality Therapist 90

Gateway Foundation

DECEMBER 26, 2022

While some people think of PTSD as a disorder that affects only military veterans, PTSD can affect anyone after witnessing or living through a traumatic event, such as abuse, a natural disaster, or being diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. In fact, experts believe social support is one of the most essential factors in PTSD recovery.

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PTSD Recovery Military Mental Health 52

Gateway Foundation

DECEMBER 2, 2022

PTSD Is Only for Military Veterans or First Responders. Moving away from the idea that PTSD only affects military veterans or first responders is one of the best ways to destigmatize the condition and ensure people can reach out when they need help. Engaging in combat or seeing a person get injured or pass away can develop PTSD.

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PTSD Mental Health Psychotherapy Military 98

Social Workers Speak

JULY 22, 2021

This can result in emotional or behavioral issues including: substance use, self harm, chronic depression, suicidal tendencies, etc. Getting the tattoo was a “magical ritualization” of embodying her own strength, resilience, and recovery. She has found that the body art was an adjunct to the healing work she did with therapists.

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Domestic Violence LCSW Clinic Social Worker 40