When it comes to war, there are many different types of hazards that one can expect to encounter. From combat to natural disasters, there are plenty of things that can happen to service members while serving overseas. Unfortunately, while one would expect that preventable injuries are few and far between, there are some preventable injuries that can have long-lasting effects. …
PTSD Overseas: Comparing Iraq and Afghanistan
Serving in the military can be a stressful and dangerous job, and working overseas can only increase the stresses and hazards involved in military work. Naturally, military employment in war zones or in other hazardous areas results in greater numbers of trauma and injury to stationed troops, but not all areas put military workers in the same amount of risk. …
Attempts to Develop New Computerized PTSD Treatment
While serving overseas, it is only natural to encounter hazardous environments. Unfortunately, encountering such extreme stressors as combat or natural disasters can cause long-lasting problems in individuals, both military and civilian. One such effect is post-traumatic stress disorder. While it is estimated that almost 7.8 percent of Americans and approximately 30 percent of individuals who spent time in war zones …
Understanding Medical Experts in Florida’s Worker’s Comp Cases
Injuries can happen in any workplace, whether it is an office building or a construction site. Workplace injuries, however, are more than an inconvenience, and can lead to lengthy litigation. They can not only put off a work schedule, but can leave people with potentially serious injuries that may result in disability or death. While there are many necessary steps …
New Research Distinguishing TBI and PTSD
When serving overseas, service members are prone to a variety of hazards and dangers. While there are number of things that can happen to service members while they are working overseas, one of the most common types of disorders or ailments afflicting veterans is that of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In fact, it is estimated that at least 20% of …