We know that military service can be filled with traumatic events and frequent exposure. Quite frankly, these things can alter the way someone thinks and behaves. Trauma literally changes the brain.
Learning more about the effects of trauma might ultimately save a life.
- Poor impulse control
- Using good judgment
- Regulating emotions
- Lack of self-awareness
- Understanding cause and effect
- Memorizing and retrieving information from memory
- Understanding consequences
- Struggling to communicate details in an organized, sequential manner
- Initiating activities or tasks
- Retaining information while doing something
Not everyone who has experienced trauma will struggle with suicidal ideation or behaviors.
- Learn their triggers
- Provide reassurance of safety if someone shares their experience
- Acknowledge they may be feeling powerless
- Focus on their strengths
- Offer space for them to share their feelings
- Above all, if someone needs help recovering, know resources like ours exist
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Examples of military-related trauma can include:
- Military sexual trauma (MST)
- Exposure to death and dying
- Witnessing suicide
- Making decisions that impact the survival of others
- Exposure to blasts
- Mass casualties
Trauma isn't limited to a certain type and does impact individuals differently. These events don't have to define someone forever. Managing traumatic experiences in healthy and holistic ways can help someone navigate the tough things they have been through.