PTSD
Coverage of PTSD in the Nexus archive.
- Hives for Heroes: Beekeeping program helps veterans transition to civilian life
Hives for Heroes, a national nonprofit, supports military veterans transitioning to civilian life through beekeeping and woodworking with mentorship. The program addresses mental health challenges like depression and PTSD by engaging veterans in hands-on activities. A Coast Guard veteran and a board-certified physician highlight the difficulties of leaving military life and the benefits of such programs.
- Hives for Heroes: Beekeeping program helps veterans transition to civilian life
Hives for Heroes, a national nonprofit, supports veterans transitioning to civilian life through beekeeping and woodworking programs paired with mentorship. The initiative addresses mental health challenges like depression and PTSD by engaging veterans in hands-on activities.
- Hives for Heroes: Beekeeping program helps veterans transition to civilian life
Hives for Heroes, a national nonprofit, pairs transitioning veterans with mentors for hands-on activities like beekeeping and woodworking to aid their transition to civilian life. The program addresses mental health challenges such as depression and PTSD by providing structured, engaging tasks and community support.
- Victim of Charlotte dog attack frustrated with city response, says she has PTSD
A Charlotte woman is frustrated with city officials for their slow response to a dog attack that left her with PTSD and her poodle nearly killed. The city is still investigating, and the dogs involved remain unrestrained.
- Scientists discover possible link between 9/11 and accelerated aging
A study by Stony Brook University found that PTSD in 9/11 World Trade Center responders is linked to molecular changes associated with accelerated biological aging and increased chronic disease risk. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 393 responders, identifying 114 proteins and seven metabolites differing between those with and without PTSD, with signs of aging in organs like the heart and brain.
- Prison reform advocate says mental healthcare in Colorado prisons is limited or denied
Prison reform advocate Sharletta Evans highlights limited or denied mental healthcare for incarcerated individuals in Colorado, citing reports of discontinued accommodations and worsening mental health conditions. Incarcerated men like Gregory Romero and John Sherman describe systemic neglect of mental health resources, with support often coming from fellow inmates rather than institutional systems.
- Snap sued over rape of minor who connected to adult attacker on Snapchat
The parents of a 12-year-old girl who was raped by an adult stranger met through Snapchat have sued Snap and the attacker in Missouri state court. The lawsuit alleges Snapchat's design features enabled the predator to connect with the girl, leading to the assault, and claims the company failed to warn about risks or disable harmful functionalities.
- Sen Susan Collins addresses controversies surrounding scandal-plagued Democratic challenger Platner
Sen. Susan Collins criticized Democratic challenger Graham Platner for controversies including a Nazi-like tattoo, abuse allegations, and mocking a Purple Heart recipient. Platner, a military veteran, has faced multiple scandals but attributes some behavior to undiagnosed PTSD. Top Democrats like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren support Platner despite the controversies.
- Jewish ex-staffer says California college’s chaotic pro-Palestinian takeovers threatened her safety
A former Pomona College Jewish employee claims she resigned due to PTSD caused by the college's handling of pro-Palestine protests. She alleges the chaotic pro-Palestinian takeovers threatened her safety.
- Booms, complaints, safety risks: July 4 is approaching, but Sterling Heights wants more say over fireworks
Sterling Heights is pushing for greater local control over fireworks regulations due to safety concerns and noise complaints, as current state law allows fireworks on 11 days annually without city-level restrictions. The city's initiative, 'Safe Celebrations Start Local,' supports legislative changes to enable municipalities to set their own rules, including reduced fireworks days and safety measures.
- FDA Approves PTSD Device; GLP-1s for ADHD? Probiotics and Geriatric Depression
The FDA approved Wave Neuroscience's biomarker-guided neuromodulation system (MeRT) for treating PTSD, as announced by the company. The article also mentions disrupted gastrointestinal interoception across multiple domains.
- Traumatized active-duty IDF soldiers need PTSD treatment - Sponsored Content
Active-duty IDF soldiers require PTSD treatment after prolonged combat and trauma exposure. A soldier on break appeals for therapy funding to heal for his family's sake before returning to active duty.
- The ‘But He’s a Veteran’ Defense is Condescending and Dangerous
Graham Platner won Maine’s Democratic Senate primary despite a history of controversial behavior, including a Nazi tattoo and harmful statements. His campaign attributes his past actions to the mental toll of combat service, a defense criticized as condescending and invalid by the article’s author, a veteran of Afghanistan and Iraq.
- Purple Heart recipient mocked by Platner says PTSD does not excuse 'abhorrent behavior'
A Purple Heart recipient wounded in Afghanistan criticized Graham Platner, a Democratic Maine Senate candidate, for past Reddit comments mocking a combat video of the veteran. Platner, a former Marine with combat experience, acknowledged his past posts were abhorrent but cited PTSD as context, while the veteran argued PTSD does not excuse 'abhorrent behavior.'
- Collins secures GOP nod in Maine Senate battle that could decide GOP majority
Republican Sen. Susan Collins has secured her party's nomination for a sixth Senate term in Maine, a race critical to determining GOP control of the Senate. She faces Graham Platner, a military veteran with controversies including a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol and allegations from ex-partners.
- Maine Democrats decide fate of Senate candidate dogged by explosive allegations
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, faces multiple controversies including past Reddit comments, a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol, explicit messages during marriage, and allegations of rape fantasies and violent behavior. Platner, supported by Sen. Bernie Sanders, denies claims of violence and attributes some issues to PTSD from military service. Maine's Democratic primary will determine his candidacy amid national focus on key midterm races.
- Maine Democrats decide fate of Senate candidate dogged by explosive allegations
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, faces controversies including controversial Reddit comments, a tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol, explicit messages with married women, and allegations from ex-girlfriends of rape fantasies, heavy drinking, and violent episodes. Platner denies violence claims and attributes past behavior to PTSD, while seeking to unseat Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key Senate race.
- SEE IT: Maine voters sound off on Platner's divisive campaign as crucial primary nears: 'He's a disgrace'
Maine voters are divided on Graham Platner's Senate campaign amid controversies including allegations of abuse, a Nazi-linked tattoo, and comments about trans people and veterans. Some residents criticize his character, while others argue everyone makes mistakes.
- Military service and PTSD do not excuse Graham Platner’s behavior
A Marine veteran running for U.S. Senate has been criticized for his long history of bad behavior and questionable stances, which he attributes to PTSD, but a fellow veteran argues that PTSD does not absolve him of his actions.
- Graham Platner blasts new allegations as 'false accusations': 'Maine, you have my back'
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, faces allegations including controversial Reddit posts, a Nazi-symbol-resembling tattoo, and claims of past violent behavior. He attributes the accusations to political motivation and claims support from Maine residents and progressive figures like Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren.
- Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend’s report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room
Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, denies allegations from an ex-girlfriend that he twisted her arm and held her in a room during their relationship over a decade ago. Another woman reported Platner arrived drunk at her home after being asked not to visit. Platner acknowledged past struggles with undiagnosed PTSD and alcohol use but denied being violent, calling the accusations 'politically motivated.'
- Graham Platner denies an ex-girlfriend's report that he once twisted her arm, held her in a room
An ex-girlfriend alleges that Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, physically restrained her during their past relationship, including twisting her arm and holding her in a room. Platner denies the allegations, attributing them to politically motivated claims, and acknowledges past struggles with PTSD and alcohol use. Another woman also reported unsettling behavior from Platner.
- AOC dodges questions on abuse allegations, Nazi tattoo claims rocking Platner's campaign
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delays commenting on allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, including claims of aggressive behavior, explicit texts to multiple women while married, and a Nazi-associated tattoo. Platner acknowledges past struggles with PTSD and alcohol, but faces criticism for resurfaced remarks and incidents involving violence and inappropriate conduct.
- ‘He hated women’: Explosive abuse, new Nazi tattoo allegations from exes rock Platner's campaign
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner faces allegations from ex-girlfriends detailing abuse, rape fantasies, and violent behavior. New claims include a Nazi-linked tattoo, sexting with younger women, and remarks about a Taliban attack, with Platner attributing past actions to undiagnosed PTSD.
- 1 in custody after SWAT standoff in Pembroke Pines community
A military veteran with PTSD was taken into custody after a SWAT standoff in Pembroke Pines' Camden Portofino community. The suspect, who had been shooting into the air and barricaded himself in a home, was arrested on a burglary charge following the service of an arrest warrant.
- Graham Platner’s Maine Senate bid wobbly with news of sexting infidelity
Graham Platner's Senate campaign faces new challenges with revelations of sexting infidelity. He has previously addressed online posts citing PTSD and concealed a Nazi tattoo. A meeting with Democratic leaders in Washington DC did not yield public comments from Platner or the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.
- State of trauma: Israel wrestles with mental aftershocks of war
Studies and officials report rising PTSD, suicide, and social strain in Israel due to sustained conflicts since 2023. The country is grappling with mental health challenges linked to ongoing warfare.
- Germinated by its founder’s trauma, growing farm network cultivates healing through work
Rimon Farms Association uses agriculture and nature to support PTSD sufferers and youth at risk, and is fundraising to expand programs near the Gaza border. The initiative was inspired by its founder’s trauma and focuses on healing through agricultural work.
- Residents who have PTSD after years of battling severe flooding finally sell their homes to council for £2.5million
Residents suffering from PTSD after years of severe flooding have sold their homes to the local council for £2.5 million. The sale marks an end to prolonged struggles with recurring floods that caused significant mental health distress.
- WATCH: Purple Heart veteran reacts to Platner's refusal to apologize for mocking him, shreds PTSD excuse
Purple Heart recipient Teddy Daniels condemns Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner for refusing to apologize after mocking him online. Platner, who made a 2019 Reddit post calling Daniels 'didn’t deserve to live,' cited PTSD as a reason for his actions, which Daniels dismisses as an excuse for avoiding accountability.
- WATCH: Purple Heart veteran reacts to Platner's refusal to apologize for mocking him, shreds PTSD excuse
Purple Heart recipient Teddy Daniels criticizes Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner for refusing to apologize for a 2019 Reddit post mocking Daniels and calling him a 'dumb motherf---er' who 'didn’t deserve to live.' Daniels dismisses Platner's PTSD as an excuse for accountability, while Platner's deleted posts also targeted Chris Kyle and included communist and homophobic remarks.
- Daily Briefing May 22 – National security and Israel’s climate crisis
Reporter Sue Surkes covers the closure of the Climate and National Security Forum and Climate Intelligence Forum, while highlighting a new initiative supporting PTSD sufferers and volunteer earthquake response teams in Israel. The briefing addresses the intersection of national security concerns and climate-related challenges facing the country.
- Alleged ‘Trump House’ suspect was Navy veteran with ‘severe PTSD’: family friend
32-year-old Thomas Caleb Butler, a Navy veteran with severe PTSD, allegedly attempted to kill 69-year-old Kerry Sheron on Wednesday in what is being referred to as the 'Trump House' incident. The victim is reportedly in critical condition with little hope of recovery according to his wife.
- Flotation tanks deployed to combat PTSD after devastating wildfires
Maui in Hawaii experienced some of the worst wildfires in US history in 2023. Flotation tanks are being deployed to the island to address concerns of a PTSD epidemic and support mental health recovery.
- New psychedelic-like drugs could treat depression without making you trip
UC Davis researchers created new psychedelic-like compounds that activate key serotonin receptors tied to brain plasticity and mental health benefits without causing hallucination-like behavior. These compounds could lead to future treatments for depression, PTSD, and addiction. The discovery was made by shining UV light on amino acid-based molecules.
- Female exec sacked by 'tech bros' from £220,000 job after boozy night out left her sleeping in a sauna says she's been 'left with PTSD' and is still waiting for payout after being unfairly fired over her ADHD
A female executive was fired from her £220,000 job after a night out left her sleeping in a sauna, she claims to have been unfairly fired due to her ADHD and is still waiting for payout. She says she's been 'left with PTSD'. The incident allegedly involved 'tech bros'.
- Alleged JPMorgan sex slave doubles down with new claims in bombshell lawsuit as he adds allegations of PTSD, a wild threesome offer and friend who heard him beg her to stop
A lawsuit against JPMorgan has been filed with new claims of sex slavery, PTSD, and a wild threesome offer. The plaintiff also alleges that a friend heard him beg the defendant to stop. The lawsuit includes bombshell allegations against JPMorgan.
- Horsepower: How horses are therapeutic
Horses can form bonds with people by sensing human emotions, aiding therapeutic programs. Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship in Bedford Corners, N.Y., offers programs for people with disabilities, veterans with PTSD, and incarcerated individuals through horse interactions, as reported by Lesley Stahl on '60 Minutes.'
- Van Hollen backs embattled Dem with Nazi-linked tattoo, says ‘second chances’ matter
Sen. Chris Van Hollen defends Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, a veteran with a Nazi-linked tattoo and past controversial online comments, attributing his behavior to PTSD and advocating for a second chance. Platner, endorsed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, is now the leading Democratic candidate in Maine's Senate race following Gov. Janet Mills' suspension of her campaign.
- Van Hollen backs embattled Dem with Nazi-linked tattoo, says ‘second chances’ matter
Sen. Chris Van Hollen defended U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner, a veteran with a Nazi-linked tattoo and past controversial online comments, attributing his behavior to PTSD from Afghanistan and advocating for a 'second chance.' Platner, now the leading Democratic candidate in Maine's Senate race, faces criticism for his history but has gained support from figures like Sen. Bernie Sanders.