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Firework displays are pretty but can stress veterans with PTSD
sheknows.com ^ | July 3, 2015 | Tanvier Peart

Posted on 07/03/2015 1:34:31 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper

Many families look forward to Fourth of July celebrations that typically include delicious food and fireworks. While there's nothing wrong with observing the day, it's important to keep those who served in mind, as they might struggle with post-traumatic stress.

The nonprofit Military with PTSD is hoping to raise awareness about the effects fireworks can have on men and women who served in the military. Unfortunately noisemakers and firework displays used to commemorate our nation's independence can oftentimes be the very things that cause emotional distress on combat veterans.

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TOPICS: Military/Veterans
KEYWORDS: psychology; ptsd; veterans
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To: Chainmail; BuffaloJack

Thank you so very much for your service. My family and I appreciate it.


101 posted on 07/04/2015 4:50:14 PM PDT by ccmovrwc
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To: oh8eleven

Thank you for your service.


102 posted on 07/04/2015 4:51:38 PM PDT by ccmovrwc
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To: ccmovrwc

Thx ... I’d do it again in a heartbeat.


103 posted on 07/05/2015 5:40:24 AM PDT by oh8eleven (RVN '67-'68)
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To: ccmovrwc; oh8eleven

Thank you. I have to agree with Oh8eleven: I’d go back instantly if I could serve with my friends again.


104 posted on 07/05/2015 12:23:49 PM PDT by Chainmail (A simple rule of life: if you can be blamed, you're responsible.)
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To: Chainmail

Semper Fi...


105 posted on 07/05/2015 12:59:01 PM PDT by oh8eleven (RVN '67-'68)
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