United States Department of Veterans Affairs
NATIONAL CENTER for PTSD

Returning from the War Zone Guides

 

Returning from the War Zone Guides

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A Guide for Families of Military Personnel
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Watch: A Guide for Families (Flash)

This interactive module includes video clips of families dealing with the challenges of reintegration following deployment to war.

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View: A Guide for Families (PDF)

Includes full color photos, stories, and live links! View online or print for handouts.

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A Guide for Military Personnel
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View: A Guide for Service Members (PDF)

This guide is to help military personnel understand what to expect when returning from a war zone, and to help them to better adapt back to home life. Includes full color photos, stories, and live links! View online or print for handouts.

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