Nightmares And Thoughts Of A Vietnam Vet

Author : Melquiades "Mike" Ortiz
Publisher : Author House
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006-11-29
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781467813891

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Nightmares And Thoughts Of A Vietnam Vet by Melquiades "Mike" Ortiz Pdf

I write this book in hopes of reaching other service personnel or citizens that are experiencing the same feelings of, guilt, anger, or fears that I have suffered... because of a traumatic experience. I have learned that not only war, but also any kind of traumatic event can cause the symptoms of anger, anxiety, loneliness, frustration, isolation, flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts. My nightmares started before I left Vietnam, and they intensified with time. I did not know why I slowly changed, but these changes of uncontrollable outbursts of anger, frustration, isolation, anxiety, loneliness, and the horrible nightmares and flashbacks of Vietnam, caused a lot of suffering not only for me, but for my family, friends, and loved ones. It took me years to control my temper, and I learned to work only at night to keep the nightmares in check. This helped, but I still did not know the actual problem, only that there was something wrong, this kept me with stomach problems, chest pains, headaches, and edgy for many years. I would like to thank the Veterans’ Administration and the Loma Linda Veterans’ Hospital for the help I have received through them, and for giving my nightmares a name, “PTSD.” Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, that is what they diagnosed, and even though I refused to accept this at first, now I am learning how to deal with my problem. The professional and qualified personnel at the Veteran’s Hospital have given me strength, tools, training, and the support to fight my demons, and to write this book. I would also like to thank my wife, Elizabeth, my sons Michael, Paul, Paulo, Mark, and my daughters, Rosie and Majalia, for their support, encouragement, and understanding, to help me get out of the dark, and fight my demons.

Author : Melquiades "Mike" Ortiz
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-07
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781524644185

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From a Vietnam Vet by Melquiades "Mike" Ortiz Pdf

Nightmares, anger, fear, flashbacks, guilt, feelings of betrayal, short memory span, forgetful. These are all just a sample of the symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) that plague the author and have challenged him since the end of his Vietnam War tour of duty in 1966. The author hopes that, by putting his words on paper and baring his deepest, darkest memories of his PTSD experiences, he can show how his writing has helped him to adjust, cope, and actually control these symptoms. The author and members of the writing group he facilitates at the Loma Linda Veterans Hospital have had some poetry readings at some local California colleges, libraries, and at the Loma Linda Healthcare System in Loma Linda, California. The reaction and acceptance from other veterans in the audiences has given the author a feeling of pride and happiness to see how the veterans are moved by the power of the written word. Each member of the writing group writes, shares, and has control of their own work. Their recovery journey from their writing really shows in the demeanor and actions of each member, and some have also published their own books. Others are still putting together their own books to be published in the future. The author fights through his fear of speaking in front of others and is willing to bare those feelings he writes about just to get other veterans to understand that they are not alone in their pain, and that they are not alone in life. The author feels that he is on his recovery journey, and through this book, he hopes to reach other victims and give them courage to look for professional help in their own journey.

Author : Deirdre Barrett
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2001-10-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0674006909

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Trauma and Dreams by Deirdre Barrett Pdf

Finally, this volume concludes with a look at the potential "traumas of normal life," such as divorce, bereavement, and life-threatening illness, and the role of dreams in working through normal grief and loss

Author : Ted Pannell
Publisher : Tate Publishing
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781616638207

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Vietnam Stories by Ted Pannell Pdf

To say, 'War is hell,' is an understatement...war is horrifying. Some of these stories may sound unbelievable, but they are based on real events. Then a sound that rattled me down to my toes; explosions, yelling, whistles, and bugles. Out of the mist came hundreds of screaming ghost-like figures. Sounds were deafening causing me to become disorientated, terrified beyond words at the sight, my heart felt ready to burst. It was hard to comprehend what had just occurred, what I had just done. It happened so fast. I hadn't given much thought of taking a life, yet in a matter of seconds, I'd taken several. It was mind numbing. War was nothing like I'd ever imagined, it was loud, gruesome and ugly and I was aghast with fear.Dreams to Nightmares is the sometimes awe inspiring, sometimes harrowing stories of a Vietnam veteran. Encompassing the optimism of boot camp to the horrors of the battlefield; it captures a living hell where a miracle will happen one instant then the ghastly work of the devil the next. To the aftermath of a silent, unwelcome homecoming, the struggle and pain of PTSD, and the search for peace and happiness.

Author : John H. Jordan
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781480972001

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Vietnam, PTSD, USMC, Black-Americans and Me by John H. Jordan Pdf

Vietnam, PTSD, USMC, Black-Americans and Me By John H. Jordan War is hell and, for many of the U.S. veterans who served in the Vietnam conflict, the psychological nightmares rages on even forty years after the last Marine left Saigon. Psychological surveys suggest that some 271,000 veterans of the war may still have full Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. For many vets, the PTSD symptoms are only getting worse with time. Roughly 11% of Vietnam veterans, over a forty year period, continue to suffer from clinically important PTSD symptoms, either having the full diagnosis or very strong features of the diagnosis that interfere with function. According to new research, for some people it is a condition unlikely to ever go away.

Author : Military Experience and Arts [Helping Veterans Succeed]
Publisher : AW Schade
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Demons of War are Persistent by Military Experience and Arts [Helping Veterans Succeed] Pdf

“The Demons of War are Persistent” A Personal Story of Prolonged PTSD —A.W. Schade, USMC 1965/69 Forty years have passed since my deployment as a combat Marine in Vietnam. However, only several years since I acknowledged my inability to continue suppressing the demons alone. Like many veterans, the “Demons” have haunted me through nightmares, altered personas, and hidden fears. Even as many veterans manage the demons’ onslaught successfully, millions survive in destitution, needless solitude and social disconnection. Scores consider themselves cowards, should they concede to the demons’ hold. Countless live in denial and loneliness, protecting their warrior’s pride. The most vulnerable— tormented by guilt and feeling forever alone — too often choose to “end” their lives.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Subcommittee on Health
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Medical
ISBN : PURD:32754077533820

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Status of Department of Veterans Affairs Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Programs by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Subcommittee on Health Pdf

Author : Ronald Lee Christopher
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-27
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781479704576

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A Question Unanswered Ptsd by Ronald Lee Christopher Pdf

About my book. Within these folds is the true story of PTSD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I began with a belief that I was not prejudice in my quest to find answers. I wanted a definite answer to the title of my book. Personally I believe PTSD is injurious to veterans in that it is a label meaning crazy. I have studied and researched to find an answer and I believe I have arrived at an actual conclusion, which is, if you want it, you have it and if you do not want it you do not have it. Scientifically I am correct. Medically, I am correct. But through it all there is something wrong and I have found out what that something is but you have to read this book to learn what it is that I have found. I have engaged my investigative experiences to uncover a hidden secret and between the covers of this book lies that secret.

Author : Charles R. Figley
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2014-07-22
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781317773092

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Stress Disorders Among Vietnam Veterans: Theory, Research by Charles R. Figley Pdf

First published in 1978. This book represents a unique accomplishment in pulling together in one place the broadest collection of material yet published on the psychological problems of veterans of the Vietnam war. It will provide not only an important historical document, but an invaluable resource in detailing many of the issues involved. This book should lay to rest many of the misconceptions about the Vietnam Veteran.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Veterans' Affairs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Electronic
ISBN : IND:30000091292866

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Vietnam veterans' readjustment by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Veterans' Affairs Pdf

Author : Delia Cushway,Robyn Sewell
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-10
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781446292181

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Therapy with Dreams and Nightmares by Delia Cushway,Robyn Sewell Pdf

′Delia Cushway′s wealth of experience makes this new edition an essential read for all aspiring counsellors, psychologists and psychotherapists as well as for more experienced practitioners seeking to enhance their practice′ - Prof Sue Wheeler, Director of Doctoral Programme, Institute of Lifelong Learning ′I found the book fascinating, illuminating not only my client′s material but also my own night-life. The book′s strength lies in integrating perspectives from many different psychotherapeutic disciplines, from psychoanalytic to cognitive′ - Diana Sanders, Counselling Psychologist and Cognitive Psychotherapist This practical book shows how dreamwork can be a fruitful therapeutic tool for all therapists and practitioners in the helping professions. Emphasising that dreams are a powerful means of accessing an individual′s emotions, creativity and wisdom, Delia Cushway has updated the first edition to include: - Skills for working with trauma and survivors of sexual abuse - Cross-cultural, spiritual and religious approaches to dreamwork - Up-to-date research and theory on using Cognitive, Objectivist and Constructivist models and methods - The importance of reflective practice - Scientific functions and meanings of dreams and their role in information processing and memory consolidation. Steeped in practical hints and tips, vivid case examples and methods of interpreting dream language, this highly accessible guide is an invaluable resource for therapists. Delia Cushway is Emeritus Professor of Clinical Psychology at Coventry University and a practising Registered Clinical Psychologist. Robyn Sewell is a Chartered Psychologist and Group Psychotherapist, now fully retired.

Author : Joanne L. Davis, PhD
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2008-10-27
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0826103200

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Treating Post-Trauma Nightmares by Joanne L. Davis, PhD Pdf

"This book will be a valuable resource for those conducting research focused on trauma- related sleep disturbances and nightmares, and for clinicians working with clients with these problems." --Heidi S. Resnick, PhD, Medical University of South Carolina "Extremely thoughtful and comprehensive....Dr. Davis does a superb job of providing clear, evidence-based treatment with many helpful case examples included. It is a must read for any therapist who treats patients with PTSD." --Sherry A. Falsetti, PhD,University of Illinois College of Medicine Treating Post-Trauma Nightmares presents the only interdisciplinary treatment that brings together literature, theory, and techniques from sleep medicine and psychological perspectives: Exposure, Relaxation, and Rescripting Therapy (ERRT). This groundbreaking treatment specifically targets chronic nightmares experienced by trauma-exposed persons. An empirically based book, Treating Post-Trauma Nightmares discusses the nature and characteristics of trauma-related nightmares, and serves as a guide to clinicians treating patients with PTSD or other trauma- and sleep-related disorders. Davis explores and outlines the treatment process, step-by-step, for those interested in the utilization and evaluation of ERRT. Key Features: Delineates important assessment considerations, providing guidance in the assessment of traumatic events and differential diagnosis of sleep events Includes a section on treatment considerations, addressing potential difficulties therapists or clients may encounter, and provides suggestions for handling these situations Features a complete participant manual that summarizes all components of the treatments explained in the book

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Veterans' Affairs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 606 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Social adjustment
ISBN : MINN:31951002869634R

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Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment: January 25, Chicago, Ill.; January 26, Los Angeles, Calif by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Veterans' Affairs Pdf

Author : Laren McClung
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780393354294

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Inheriting the War: Poetry and Prose by Descendants of Vietnam Veterans and Refugees by Laren McClung Pdf

Descendants of Vietnam veterans and refugees confront the aftermath of war and, in verse and prose, deliver another kind of war story. Fifty years after the Vietnam War, this anthology by descendants of Vietnam veterans and refugees—American, Vietnamese, Vietnamese Diaspora, Hmong, Australian, and others—confronts war and its aftermath. What emerges is an affecting portrait of the effects of war and family—an intercultural, generational dialogue on silence, memory, landscape, imagination, Agent Orange, displacement, postwar trauma, and the severe realities that are carried home. Including such acclaimed voices as Viet Thanh Nguyen, Karen Russell, Terrance Hayes, Suzan-Lori Parks, Nick Flynn, and Ocean Vuong, Inheriting the War enriches the discourse of the Vietnam War and provides a collective conversation that attempts to transcend the recursion of history. “Each unique work in Inheriting the War embraces a collective that aims to engage through some daring and passionate truths calibrated by bravery.” —Yusef Komunyakaa, from the foreword

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Post-traumatic stress disorder
ISBN : IND:30000047108547

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PTSD Research Quarterly by Anonim Pdf