Posted on Sep 29, 2015
What do you think about non-VA/DoD PTSD support options?
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I'm for it! As long as the program is done in such a way where the Veteran is taken care of, I don't care if it is ran by the VA, the DoD, a civilian doctor or Roger the Rabbit. The important thing is is that the treatment leads to a Veteran receiving the support and care he or she needs and that the Veteran is set up for success.
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SGT Jeff Decker
Thanks for the tip Mark. I like Operation Restore Warrior but I wish that it gave veterans a training plan. In my opinion, its like teaching someone how to do push ups, sit ups, and pull ups, and then expecting them to be able to meet all of their fitness goals. I'd like to see more guidance.
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That's the down side of PTSD you can't be guided on what helps you but you can be given tools on how to help yourself. PTSD is generally a subjective disorder
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Not only do I wish these options were available, I also wish that entry/process was simple, the program consisted of more patient involvement than "just being there", the option itself was a choice, and that non-VA/DOD PTSD Agencies were partnered effectively with the VA/DOD... Yeah, I know... Wishful thinking...
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SGT Jeff Decker
Well said Curtis. I agree with you. Veterans need to be actively involved and engaged with their support plan in order for it to work. PTSD treatment is not like a surgical procedure where the doc has all of the tools, control, and responsibility. PTSD treatments need to emphasize to veterans the importance of creating and owning their change.
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These are needed. I went and got certified on how to lead Guided Meditations once I saw how well it had improved my quality of life. I'm all for no traditional therapies as well, medication is a bandaid, it doesn't fix the issue just allows you to "deal" with them better. There are better ways, we have been fighting wars and taking care of soldiers since the dawn of time...pills aren't the best way.
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SGT Jeff Decker
Thanks very much for your work with Guided Meditation Brandon. I've read that it is a powerful tool for veterans to overcome their PTSD issues.
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PO2 Brandon Boucher
So far, in my experience it has been life altering! I'm looking open up more programs to other Vets around the world. I have colleges all over the world and in the US that do the same type of meditation I do, if anyone is interested let me know where you are and I'll about putting you in touch. I've already forwarded a couple vets to people in Atlanta and Austin.
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