Episode 69 - It’s O.K. To Not Be O.K.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD, is something that impacts countless Veterans and if untreated, can have serious consequences for Veterans and for those around them. According to the American Psychiatric Association, those suffering from PTSD may relive a life-threatening event through flashbacks or nightmares; they may feel sadness, fear or anger; and they may feel detached or estranged from other people. People with PTSD may avoid situations or people that remind them of the traumatic event, and they may have strong negative reactions to something as ordinary as a loud noise or an accidental touch.

On this episode of The 9 Line, we speak with Dr. Pamela Finder, PTSD Clinic Program Coordinator, about what exactly qualifies as PTSD, how the VA is uniquely equipped to help Veterans suffering from PTSD, and more.