post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Virtual reality therapy may ease PTSD

New research has found that a cutting-edge treatment--coupled with medications--may help people who suffer from the trauma disorder.
(Bio-Medicine) UPDATED 05/07/2008
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Cancer patients may suffer from post-traumatic stress

A cancer diagnosis is stressful for every woman, but it may be particularly hard for women who have suffered from depression or anxiety, a new study suggests.
(Medical News Today) UPDATED 05/06/2008
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Troops shy away from mental health care

Three of five military personnel in a new survey say they are afraid to seek help for mental health problems because of concerns that doing so will harm their careers.
(CNN) UPDATED 04/30/2008
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Study: Treating PTSD helps kids overcome grief

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/103327.php
(Medical News Today) UPDATED 04/09/2008
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Study: Gene variant boosts risk of PTSD

Gene Variations Influence PTSD Risk
(HealthDay News) UPDATED 03/19/2008
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PTSD could mean long-term health problems

Veterans, disaster survivors, and others who experience stress extreme enough to lead to PTSD may be at risk for long-term health problems, new research suggests.
(Medical News Today) UPDATED 02/14/2008
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