Senate passes resolution for PTSD Awareness Day

The U.S. Senate has passed a resolution designating June 27th as National Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day.

The resolution was authored by North Dakota Democrat Kent Conrad.

Conrad says the stress of war might create wounds for soldiers that are far less visible than others but are no less real. PTSD symptoms include anxiety, anger and depression.

Conrad notes more must be done to educate troops, veterans, families and communities about the disorder and the resources and treatments available.

(Info provided from The Daily Dispatch:)

http://www.wahpetondailynews.com

For more information on PTSD, visit:

National Center for PTSD: http://www.ptsd.va.gov

Charlene’s Note:

Those of us who are trying to educate the public on PTSD, have been watching and waiting for this day to come. I am thrilled to see this come to pass. It’s been a long time coming, and hopefully will move this subject into public discourse, where it belongs.