Advice for Those Dealing with or Treating PTSD On Living with PTSD and Getting Help
Meet people who have been there at AboutFace. Learn about PTSD and hear advice from Veterans who lived with PTSD and want to help others:
"I wanted my old self back. I’ve gotten that and more."
Even if you are not a Veteran, find people you can relate to.
Self-Help and Coping Learn what to expect after trauma and how to manage stress reactions in our Self-Help and Coping section, which includes the course Considering Professional Help and more.
Get connected with health and community services for everyday needs and in times of crisis. Just dial 2-1-1. Most US States have a 211 Information and Referral line.
Specific to Veterans and Their Families Up to five years following deployment a Veteran can obtain free VA PTSD care without PTSD claims approval. Find similar advice from:
· Veteran Combat Call Center 1-877-WAR-VETS (1-877-927-8387) Call to talk to another combat Veteran.
· VA's Coaching Into Care: Helps family and friends find the right words to help their Veteran get into care. Email CoachingIntoCare@va.gov or call: 1-888-823-7458.
· Find links to Get Help with VA PTSD Care, Benefits, or Claims.
· National Resource Directory: 10,000+ resources for Service Members, Veterans, and their families.
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