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Post-traumatic stress is a common response to experiencing traumatic events. This program has been designed to provide a wide range of support for coping with post-traumatic stress. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Depression can take many forms and have many causes. The goal of this program is to allow you to learn about your own depression, but more importantly, to give you the tools and resources you need to help you feel more empowered to change your mood and build greater resilience. Explore the library for in-depth information.

The emotional demands that many of our service members must deal with can often overwhelm an individual's ability to cope; suicidal ideation is sometimes the result. When this happens, both the sufferer and loved ones can be caught unaware of what to do or where to turn. This program has been put together to help service members and their loved ones to recognize the critical nature of suicidal ideation, how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, what to do if you or someone you love is displaying those warning signs, and where to get help for yourself or someone you're close to. Explore this library for in-depth information.

Anger is one of the main concerns of service members returning from deployment. Problems can range from irritability to rage. Most of the time things calm down by themselves, but if you are finding that some level of anger is interfering with your successful adjustment to work or with your relationships, then it is something you should pay attention to. This program can help. Explore the library for in-depth information.

One of the difficulties with sleep problems is that many of the common sense solutions tend to make the problem worse, not better. Whether you are experiencing difficulty falling asleep, awakening too early, having nightmares, or awakening and feeling tired, you will find tools in this program to help. Explore the library for in-depth information.

The stress of deployment often uncovers problems in relationships that existed before, but had gone unnoticed. For example, after a deployment minor irritations that might have been overlooked can blow up into major conflict. If you are having problems in your relationships, you will find this material will help. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Individuals living with anxiety exist in a world of "what if?" It's a world of hypervigilance, and worst-case scenarios. During deployment, anxiety is most often a healthy response to a dangerous world. After deployment, anxiety can cause significant disruption in life. This program has been developed to help make the adjustment to a post deployment world that doesn't pose a constant threat. Explore the library for in-depth information.

If you have ever secretly wondered if you have a problem with alcohol or drugs, or if someone you know has suggested that they believe you have a problem, this information will be useful to you. If you know for a fact that you have a problem with alcohol or drugs and are considering doing something about it, this is a good place to start. Explore the library for in-depth information.

It's no secret that tobacco kills. It also makes people sick, unattractive, and broke. This program provides a set of tools to help you realistically evaluate your tobacco use and make a detailed plan for setting yourself free. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Injuries challenge almost everything we thought we knew about ourselves. There are almost as many reactions to injuries as there are injured service members. What makes the difference between someone who survives, grows, and ultimately thrives in the presence of a serious injury and someone who doesn't? Our material on Physical Injury is designed to help you begin to answer that question. Explore the library for in-depth information.

The effects of a concussion are usually temporary and disappear after a few weeks. When symptoms do not go away naturally, it is important to seek help. There are often other difficulties involved, including depression, post-traumatic stress, or other physical injuries. While it is not a substitute for professional help, this program has many tools to learn more about mTBI, strategies for handling the frustrations that go with this kind of injury, and opportunities to hear from others who have struggled with this challenge. Explore the library for in-depth information.

The Life Stress program is designed to help you evaluate how stress may be affecting you and to provide you with information and specific exercises to help your body learn to relax again. Even positive events like returning from deployment can cause stress. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Institutional and personal stigma can interfere with getting needed help by creating an atmosphere of fear and intimidation. Learn how to stop focusing on worst-case scenarios when it comes to help-seeking. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Resilience is the ability to respond successfully to the challenges of life. No one is immune to setbacks when faced with these challenges, but those who feel like they are prepared to manage life's difficulties have the greatest chance of overcoming them. This program provides a number of tools to help you anticipate and manage the challenges associated with the deployment cycle. Explore the library for in-depth information.

This program has been designed to provide support to service members who are healing after having experienced sexual trauma. You will hear from others who have experienced sexual trauma, learn coping skills that can be helpful in the healing process, and develop a plan for moving forward. Explore the library for in-depth information.

The wisdom of keeping life in balance may not be obvious until you are under unusual stress, feel overwhelmed with life's demands, or you become ill. This health and wellness program is designed to provide the tools to help balance the competing demands of work, family and leisure. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Children are not little adults. They have their own unique view of the world which is very different from the world adults see. While reassurance and guidance with words is important to children, watching their parents successfully cope with the deployment experience will help them develop confidence. This program is designed to help you help your kids. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Deployment can challenge long held beliefs. For some people it is the first time they have thought seriously about spiritual concerns. Still others find their deployment experience strengthens their belief system, whether it has a spiritual component or not. If you'd like to explore the role spirituality plays in your life, you'll find this material interesting and useful. Explore the library for in-depth information.

The work environment and work requirements after deployment are usually significantly different than those you experienced while you were deployed. The skills that made you successful during deployment may not work as well or may actually be counterproductive once you return home. The teamwork you were used to may not exist, your coworkers may not be as committed. This program provides a number of tools to help with this adjustment. Explore the library for in-depth information.

This e-library contains information to help military family members understand and anticipate some of the challenges during the reintegration period. The tools and information provided are for anyone close to a recently deployed service member, including family members, partners, and friends. Explore the library for in-depth information.

Finances can add another layer of stress to the lives of service members and veterans. Learn steps to reduce financial stress, sidestep money hazards, and increase your money-management skills.