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Summary: Great for male veterans and their families, but...
Review: ...as a female veteran the book did not address my concerns as much as I had hoped it would. I passed it along to a male veteran and am hoping to someday provide a like-version for female veterans. The primary difference is that many female veterans (and more male veterans) are coming forward to report sexual assault. As with combat it is not an easy situation and definitely entails many of the same consequences, but with different treatment modalities. There are few places for female veterans to go for treatment and while by law treament is mandated, normally it is not (at least not without fighting for it). The book was helpful in showing some of the resources and encouraging veterans to fight for what they deserve and for that it is quite valuable. It is a good start and very supportive of your other writings.
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Summary: Most Helpful for Veterans and their family
Review: As one who has had to deal with PTSD and have spent the past 10 years as an Veterans Advocate, I find this book very useful. From the beginning of the history, definitions cause and effects to treatment. The coverage of dealing with the Department of Veterans Affairs is a step by step guide to filing a claim with a good insight on what to expect along the way with detailed information on how to proceed. I would strongly recommend this book for veterans that are dealing with or think they may have PTSD and for their families to get a better understanding and for any Veteran advocate that may not be up on the condition. A well done guide without a doubt.
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