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CARING FOR YOURSELF.
A caring for Yourself Article from American Department of Defence.
We often hear how important it is to have a positive self image and a positive attitude about life. However, in order to accomplish this, we need to make sure we are taking care of ourselves. Life is short; it comes at us fast, and it’s not always predictable. Everyday stress can place a tremendous strain on you, which in turn may negatively impact your self-esteem. It is important to take care of yourself because you are important!! Below are a few suggestions to help you achieve this goal.
EVERY DAY STRESS
All of us experience some kind of stress during our lifetime. The question of exactly what is stress is difficult to describe because of its complex nature. The most common definition of stress is emotional strain, and physical and/or mental tension.
Anywhere Anytime.
Anywhere at Anytime
Suspend your thoughts for a moment and imagine this - all is well, driving along the road with the kids laughing in the back of the car, great weather and an equally great weekend and you are in a good headspace.
The health of military families.
The trauma of war can cause long term psychological distress to those who fight them. But that may not be the end of it. The veterans’ psychological illness can cause dysfunction in his family. Family dysfunction can cause psychological distress in the children. For instance, the children of Vietnam veterans have a 300% higher suicide rate than their peers in the general community.
PROUD MOMENT FOR FATHER
Latest Research on PTSD
Every year new research is produced concerning posttraumatic stress disorder. Although PTSD is not the same in every individual, new research is identifying some beneficial treatments and potential causes of PTSD.
Warrant Officer Darren Murch OAM talking to AFOM Board members
Warrant Officer Darren Murch OAM talking to AFOM Board members about issues facing current Military and their families.
ANGER AND TRAUMA
Why is anger a common response to trauma?
Anger is often a large part of a survivor's response to trauma. It is a core piece of the survival response in human beings. Anger helps us cope with life's stresses by giving us energy to keep going in the face of trouble or blocks. Yet anger can create major problems in the personal lives of those who have experienced trauma and those who suffer from PTSD.
Anger and Trauma
Anger and Trauma
Why is anger a common response to trauma?
Anger is often a large part of a survivor's response to trauma. It is a core piece of the survival response in human beings. Anger helps us cope with life's stresses by giving us energy to keep going in the face of trouble or blocks. Yet anger can create major problems in the personal lives of those who have experienced trauma and those who suffer from PTSD.
ACUTE STRESS DISORDER
ACUTE STRESS DISORDER
Acute stress disorder (ASD) is a mental disorder that can occur in the first month following a trauma. The symptoms that define ASD overlap with those for PTSD. One difference, though, is that a PTSD diagnosis cannot be given until symptoms have lasted for one month. Also, compared to PTSD, ASD is more likely to involve feelings such as not knowing where you are, or feeling as if you are outside of your body.
